I’m happy to be endorsed by the 6th Ward Democrats. It feels good to be endorsed in the ward where I’ve lived since 1998. The donkey in the logo came from the old 15th Ward Democrats logo.
Category: Endorsements
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Organization for Black Struggle endorsement
I’m honored to be endorsed by the Organization for Black Struggle. Their mission is “To build a movement that fights for political empowerment, economic justice and the cultural dignity of the African-American community, especially the Black working class.” They’ve been “Lifting up the 22nd Ward/13th Ward Since 1973,” which coincidentally is the year I was born.
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4th Ward Democrats endorsement
I’m happy to be endorsed by the 4th Ward Democrats. Incidentally, the 4th ward had the 4th highest turnout for the March primary (20.7%).
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1st Ward Democrats endorsement
I’m proud to be endorsed by the 1st Ward Democrats. True to their name, they’re the first ward organization to endorse school board candidates in this election.
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Teachers union endorsement
After a lengthy process that started back on January 11, I’m happy to be endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers St. Louis, Local 420. AFT Local 420 represents nearly 2,000 SLPS employees.
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Ecumenical Leadership Council
I am honored to be endorsed by the St. Louis Chapter of the Ecumenical Leadership Council. The council’s “goal is to impact elections, motivate Black voters, and create a path for African Americans to have equal access to economic opportunities in Missouri.” Public schools are the gateway to economic opportunity.
The endorsement was made by acclamation on Friday, February 21, at El Bethel COGIC (4020 Page Blvd).
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Green Party endorsement
As a bike-commuting vegetarian who strives to live simply so others may simply live, I’m pleased to be endorsed by the Green Party of St. Louis.
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Organized labor
I’m honored to be endorsed by the Greater St. Louis Labor Council AFL-CIO.