Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA) Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor

Today, the Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA), which represents over 14,000 members who build our state’s roads, bridges, transit, and energy sources, endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan.

In their endorsement of Benson, LiUNA Leaders in Michigan praised her proven track record of cutting red tape at the Secretary of State’s office and saving Michiganders time and money, rebuilding and improving systems so they work efficiently for the people of Michigan, and her vision to build an economy that brings in high-paying, union jobs for workers across the state. 

“Secretary Benson’s track record of getting things done speaks for itself. You can’t mention the Secretary of State’s office without someone saying how much better it runs and how thankful they are to have a leader who cares about their time and money,” said Michigan District Council Business Manager Brent Pilarski. “She’ll be a governor who gives workers a real seat at the table, and she’ll fight to bring the high-paying jobs my members need to live and succeed in Michigan. We look forward to working with her on projects and legislation that lift working people up, preserve prevailing wage, and defend against the chaotic and corrupt policies coming out of D.C., like Trump’s tariffs.” 

“Jocelyn Benson is the leader we need here in Michigan to continue the pro-worker progress we’ve made in the last decade,” said Local 355 Business Manager Arlander Washington. “She knows that folks in West Michigan and across this state are struggling with rising costs and increasing unemployment thanks to the reckless policies coming out of D.C., and she’ll work to make it easier for working men and women to afford their groceries, buy a house wherever they want to live, and retire with dignity after working a full life. ” 

“My support for Secretary Benson comes from her clear commitment to expanding workforce training and union apprenticeship opportunities. For the kids who choose not to, or can’t afford to go to college, strong support from our next governor on these programs will help the next generation start off strong on their feet with a living wage and real-world skills, so they stay and live in Michigan,” said Local 499 Business Manager Dan Minton. “We need that kind of leadership. Someone who can look past the partisan divide, focus on solutions, and bring people together to do what’s right for the state. That’s the kind of governor she’ll be.” 

“I’m so grateful to have the support of LiUNA and their 14,000 members across Michigan, said Jocelyn Benson. “I share their grit, determination and dedication to building a state where everyone can thrive – and they know that in me they will have a Governor who sees them, hears them, and fights for them every day. Together we are building a winning coalition that will be poised to win next November, and then we will work to ensure every Michigander, no matter their zip code, has access to high paying jobs, affordable health care, world class public schools and safe workplaces. We will make Michigan the best place to be a kid, raise a kid, and call home – for everyone.” 

LiUNA joins a growing coalition of labor unions in support of Jocelyn Benson for Governor, including UFCW Local 951 and 876, West Michigan Plumbers, PipeFitters, and HVAC Service UA Local 174, and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA.