IFPTE Endorses Pat Ryan for New York’s 18th Congressional District

Union applauds freshman Representative’s commitment to supporting working people, veterans, and our democratic values

 

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, DC –The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) issued an endorsement for Congressman Pat Ryan as he seeks reelection to serve a second term to represent New York’s 18th District. IFPTE officers issued the following statements.

 

IFPTE President Matthew Biggs:  

“Over the last two years, Congressman Pat Ryan has stepped up as a lawmaker who stands up for working people and families, veterans, and for our country’s democratic values and institutions. As a member of the Armed Services Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Ryan has been a principled and effective advocate for necessary investments in infrastructure, public services, economic fairness, and supporting the people who provide for national security. IFPTE counts Congressman Ryan as a friend of labor and our union is proud to endorse him for reelection.”    

 

IFPTE Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson:

“Throughout Congressman Pat Ryan's time in Congress, he has stood out as a leader, a veteran, and a public servant who works to improve the lives of people in his community and the country. He’s willing to work across the aisle to deliver results and make sure federal investments support good jobs, worker rights, safe neighborhoods, and economic progress. He’s a clear example of the leadership we need in Congress and IFPTE wholeheartedly endorses him for reelection.”

 

Across the United States and Canada, IFPTE represents 90,000 highly skilled workers in the federal, public, and private sectors. IFPTE is an affiliate of the AFL-CIO and the Canadian Labour Congress.


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