| Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has been endorsed by many elected officials and organizations. So far this week, she has received a couple of endorsements that will surely help her candidacy.
The New York State United Teachers announced that they have endorsed Gillibrand for Senate.
"Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand understands that rebuilding the economy begins with investments in education," said NYSUT President Richard C. Iannuzzi. "She is working tirelessly and effectively with President Obama and Sen. Schumer to save jobs for working families, keep teachers in the classroom and grow the state's economy. She has a sterling track record of commitment to strengthening education and health care, and will be the leader we need to ensure New York students have access to quality public education from pre-school through college. She's an effective voice who will help New York get through these challenging times and be well-positioned going into the future."
"Sen. Gillibrand shares our vision and is proving herself to be a strong leader in Washington," added NYSUT Executive Vice President Alan B. Lubin. "New York students deserve every educational opportunity to succeed. And, Kirsten is fighting to make sure they get it. We're proud to have her as a partner in this effort."
Randi Weingarten, President of the national American Federation of Teachers and the United Federation of Teachers in New York City, noted that, "NYSUT's endorsement is recognition that in just five months on the job, Kirsten Gillibrand has already shown us what kind of senator she is. She is fighting hard each and every day to build a brighter future for every New York student. Kirsten is the advocate we need to deliver for New York schools."
Gillibrand's campaign announced today that she has been endorsed by ACORN's Political Action Committee (PAC).
"With Kirsten, we know we have a leader who will always fight for those who have been pushed to the brink in this economic crisis," said Bertha Lewis, CEO and Chief Organizer of ACORN. "Kirsten is fighting to stem the tide of foreclosures to keep New York families in their homes, fighting for pay check fairness and better wages for every New York worker." Said Pat Boone, President of New York ACORN. "She's a strong voice for New York children -- making sure they've got the health care they need and every educational opportunity for a bright future," said Valerie Holder, Chair of APAC.
Ms. Lewis oversees the operations of ACORNs 400,000 strong membership, which is active in over 110 cities nationwide. A 16 year veteran of the organization, Ms. Lewis was most recently the Executive Director of ACORNs New York affiliate and is a founding Co-Chair of the New York Working Families Party.
"I am honored to have the endorsement of ACORN and proud to partner with them on an agenda aimed at helping those New Yorkers that are struggling in this difficult economy," said Senator Gillibrand. "Under ACORN's leadership, thousands of community organizers across New York and across the country are organizing block by block to help build an economy that works for all our workers. I am proud to partner with them to create good-paying jobs and provide affordable health care to all Americans."
The NYSUT endorsement is key in terms of education. Having the NYSUT endorsement shows that Gillibrand is committed to improving the education of New York's youth. That should be a top priority and Gillibrand has made it a priority.
Being backed by ACORN also shows that Gillibrand has key social justice backing. With the economy in rough shape, having someone still fighting for the poor and middle-class citizens of New York is important. Gillibrand has been doing that and will continue to do that.
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