DC Primary Election Wrap Up: MWC candidates sweep

Metro Washington Labor Council-endorsed candidates swept in Tuesday's DC primary, powered by the MWC's mobilization plan to get out the labor vote. "Our tireless efforts made an impact," said MWC president Dyana Forester. "Now we must work to ensure our newly and re-elected leaders work to provide the best for working people." The winning MWC-endorsed candidates were Muriel Bowser (Mayor), Phil Mendelson (Council Chairman), Brianne Nadeau (Ward 1), Zachary Parker (Ward 5) and Charles Allen (Ward 6). Click here for complete election results. The general election - in which Democratic nominees generally prevail - will be held on November 8. The labor GOTV effort followed a comprehensive endorsement process led by MWC Political & Legislative Director Dejah Williams. Through affiliate unions' support, nearly 4,000 union households were reached through mailers, phone banks, and canvassing, ensuring that labor's presence was felt in the election. On Election Day, the MWC team started the day at Annunciation Church in Ward 3, where members of UNITE HERE! Local 25 shared their desire to see union-friendly candidates elected up and down the ballot who would support initiatives promoting higher pay and better benefits for workers. Members were quick to shout out Mayor Bowser, noting her dedication to ensuring that D.C. workers received their paychecks throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

photos: Top left: Unions across the labor movement came together in Ward 5 on June 11 to knock doors for newcomer candidate Zachary Parker, Mayor Muriel Bowser, and Chair Phil Mendelson. Top right:Members of UNITE HERE Local 25 worked the polls on election day with President Forester and COPE Co-Chair Sam Epps. Bottom left: President Dyana Forester and Metro Washington Council endorsed candidates are all smiles across the District on Election Day. Bottom right:Councilmember Brianne Nadeau earns a new supporter on Election Day. - report/photos by Michael Mareno
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NOTE: This has been updated from our original Union City special edition report; the MWC did not endorse Anita Bonds or Brian Schwalb. Our apologies for the error.

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