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AFM Endorses Harris for President

July 30, 2024

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The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) has announced its enthusiastic endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 election and thanked President Joe Biden for his dedication to public service and support for working people.

This presidential endorsement is based on the Biden-Harris administration’s unwavering commitment to the hard-fought principles and ideals of organized labor. It was arrived at by a unanimous vote of the US members of the AFM International Executive Board, comprised of International President Tino Gagliardi, International Vice President Dave Pomeroy, Secretary-Treasurer Ken Shirk, and Executive Officers Tina Morrison (Local 105, Spokane, WA), John Acosta (Local 47, Los Angeles, CA), and Ed Malaga (Local 161-710, Washington, DC).*

In announcing the union’s endorsement of Harris, AFM International President Gagliardi issued the following statement: “The Federation joins with all Americans who want to see a nation that is united, that promotes inclusion and a vision for the future, and that honors and respects all of its citizens. The AFM proudly endorses Kamala Harris for president of the United States. For musicians concerned about protecting their rights against exploitation both intellectually and at work, and ensuring the security of our pay, benefits, and retirement, Harris is the clear choice.”

In thanking President Biden, Gagliardi remarked, “Not since the administration of Franklin Roosevelt has any US president shown such strong support for working American families. President Biden’s decision not to continue his presidential campaign was patriotic and selfless, and will be remembered fondly by history.

“Make no mistake, President Biden has been an exceptionally strong president for labor and working people. Under President Biden’s administration, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan, a testament to his commitment to the well-being of working people. This plan, which provided relief for multi-employer pension plans, including the AFM’s US pension plan, has significantly improved the lives of countless working Americans.

“Under the Biden-Harris administration, the National Labor Relations Board has been restructured to support workers’ rights in employment and collective bargaining. The decrease in federal funding for the arts has been halted. At the same time, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) committed to a prevailing wage requirement for musicians and other performers hired by NEA grant recipients.”

The AFM is proud to stand with Vice President Harris as she seeks to unify and grow our country through responsible leadership and a focus on workers’ rights.

*In conformity with US election law, the Canadian members of the IEB
recused themselves from participating in the endorsement vote.






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