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Union Support for Harris Falls Short in 2024 Election
Despite strong union support for Kamala Harris, Donald Trump won the presidency. Several unions launched major get-out-the-vote campaigns, but Harris lost support among low-income voters compared to 2020.
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- Were there any successful union-backed ballot initiatives?
- Despite the overall election result, some union-backed initiatives succeeded. Voters in Missouri and Alaska approved ballot measures to raise the minimum wage, demonstrating continued grassroots efforts by labor.
- What was the outcome of the 2024 US Presidential election?
- Despite a majority of union members voting for Kamala Harris, Donald Trump secured the presidency. This outcome is noteworthy given the significant get-out-the-vote efforts undertaken by various labor unions on Harris' behalf.
- What were the reactions of labor unions to the election results?
- Some unions, like the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), congratulated President-elect Trump and expressed their willingness to work with him on bipartisan efforts. Other unions expressed disappointment but vowed to continue advocating for pro-labor policies.
- How did union member voting patterns differ between the 2020 and 2024 elections?
- While Harris saw increased support from union members compared to 2020, her support among low-income Americans decreased. This suggests a potential disconnect between union voters and the broader low-income demographic.
- What efforts did major labor unions undertake to support Kamala Harris' campaign?
- Several unions, including the SEIU and UAW, launched substantial get-out-the-vote campaigns. These efforts involved door-knocking operations in key states and substantial financial investments in support of Harris and down-ballot candidates.