Dr. Jasmeet Bains Earns Teamsters Endorsement, Largest Union in the Central Valley
Dr. Bains has the Most Union Endorsements in the Democratic Primary for California’s 22nd Congressional District
DELANO, CA – Today, in a sign of continued strength in her race to unseat David Valadao, Dr. Jasmeet Bains announced the endorsement of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Joint Council 7 and the nearly 100,000 members they represent. With 40,000 members between Bakersfield and Sacramento, Teamsters Joint Council 7 is the largest union in the Central Valley.
“I am grateful to have earned the support of Teamsters Joint Council 7 and the hardworking men and women they represent,” said Dr. Jasmeet Bains. “From freight drivers and warehouse workers to public service employees and school staff, Teamsters members keep our communities moving forward every single day. I am proud to stand with the Teamsters in the fight for good paying jobs, fair wages, and respect for every working family in the Central Valley.”
“Dr. Jasmeet Bains has proven she’s a strong advocate for working families and the communities that keep California moving,” said Peter Finn, President of Teamsters Joint Council 7 and At-Large Vice President of the Teamsters. “Dr. Bains understands the challenges our members face. The Teamsters are proud to stand with Dr. Bains in her fight for fairness, opportunity, and respect for every worker in the Central Valley.”
Dr. Bains’ campaign for Congress is also endorsed by EMILY’s List, AAPI Victory Fund, Elect Democratic Women, ASPIRE PAC, Healthcare for Action, New Dem Action Fund, FamMed Pac, NUHW, Delano Police Officers Association, Bakersfield Professional Firefighters Association, SEIU California, IBEW Local 428, Eleven members of the California Congressional Delegation, and dozens of community advocates and civic leaders.
About Dr. Jasmeet Bains
Dr. Bains, a physician and daughter of immigrants, is running to represent California’s 22nd Congressional District. She has dedicated her career to serving underserved communities in the Central Valley, tackling the opioid crisis, and fighting for affordable health care for all.
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