In the fight for fair wages and labor laws, I will always be on your side.

This weekend, I took some time to reflect on Labor Day and what labor looks like in this country. 

Right now, too many families are struggling to keep up with the rising costs of necessities because of corporate greed.

Right now, workers are worried about what an AI revolution will mean for their jobs. 

Right now, seniors and young people alike are worried about stretching Social Security benefits and what will remain of Social Security if the GOP has their way with the budget. 

Right now, so many politicians are bought and paid for by the rich and powerful, that they will not protect workers and families — only the corporate interests they are tied to. 

And you know what? Right now seems like the right time to redouble our commitments to working families. 

During my career, I’ve championed worker’s rights and organized labor in Massachusetts and in the halls of Congress. I’ve stood in solidarity with striking workers and cast votes in Congress to ensure they have the physical and financial protections they deserve. I’ve been vocal about the influence of lobbyists and refused corporate dollars because I believe in a government of, by, and for the people. Together, we’ve made significant strides in protecting workers across the country, but corporate PACs and special interests are gaining strength. Labor unions are a critical line of defense and crucial to protecting working people.

Unions built America – and not just physically. We can thank unions for many of the workplace protections we take for granted: child labor laws, worker safety rules, the weekend, and the 40-hour work week. I will continue to do everything I can to support unions in Congress and on the ground in Massachusetts. I’m proud to honor their work today. 

From fighting back against efforts that deny workers essential health care benefits, to working to protect social programs that keep Americans healthy — my commitment remains with the people who sent me to Congress, not with corporate greed.

In solidarity, 

Jim