The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has extended an invitation to Vice President Kamala Harris to engage in a roundtable interview with its rank-and-file members as the union deliberates on its potential endorsement for the 2024 presidential race. The invitation was conveyed through a letter penned by Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien.
In the letter, O’Brien emphasized the importance of fostering dialogue between the vice president and the union's members to explore avenues for collaboration in advancing the interests of American workers. The proposed discussion would center on key issues such as empowering workers, upholding labor standards, and fortifying the middle class.
The Teamsters outlined four primary topics they wish to address with Vice President Harris, including the challenges faced by the American middle class, reforms related to corporate bankruptcies, the enforcement of antitrust regulations within warehouse and package delivery sectors, and the protection of workers' rights to unionize.
While a specific date for the roundtable interview was not specified in the letter, O’Brien extended the offer to host the conversation either in Washington, DC, or at a local Teamsters union facility for the convenience of all participants.
This initiative underscores the Teamsters' commitment to engaging with political leaders to advocate for policies that support working families and promote economic prosperity. The potential dialogue between Vice President Harris and the union's members holds promise for addressing critical issues affecting labor rights and the broader American workforce.
