Tension with unions shadows Moore's run-up to 2028
Summary
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is facing growing tensions with some labor unions despite presenting himself as a supporter of workers. Several unions have not endorsed him for reelection, citing issues such as unreturned questionnaires, wage disputes, and difficult communication with his team. These challenges come as Moore considers a possible run for president in 2028.Key Facts
- Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO did not endorse Moore’s 2024 reelection campaign after endorsing him in 2022.
- The union said Moore’s team did not return an endorsement questionnaire, a required step for consideration.
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport food service workers started a “Poor Because of Moore” campaign demanding better wages.
- Some union leaders describe Moore’s approach as antagonistic or unresponsive.
- Communication with Moore’s labor relations director, Dyana Forester, has been reported as difficult by union officials.
- Disagreements exist with building trades over labor agreements on a bridge rebuilding project.
- AFSCME Maryland Council 3 rejected the state’s salary offer for public service workers, saying it was too low.
- Some Maryland unions, like firefighters and teachers, have endorsed Moore’s reelection and praise his record.
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