by | July 31, 2008
Day 4 of AFSCME’s 38th International Convention: Hope was in the air when U.S. Senator Barack Obama spoke to thousands of cheering AFSCME activists today. Even though he spoke via satellite, we could feel the energy of his words as he called for “jobs for the jobless and hope for the hopeless.”
Shirley BrownObama told the inspiring story of
Shirley Brown, a housekeeper at Resurrection Health Care’s Westlake Hospital in Illinois, and a leader in workers’ efforts to win a voice and dignity on the job with AFSCME. Senator Obama has been an active supporter and has spoken at two rallies in support of Resurrection workers. He also signed a letter to Resurrection CEO Joseph Toomey urging him to dialogue with employees.
In addition, Senator Obama renewed his commitment to make sure the
Employee Free Choice Act becomes law. The Employee Free Choice Act would allow employees to form a union without employer interference and intimidation.
Senator Obama was preceded by
U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton.
Watch an excerpt from Senator Obama’s address:
