"I know it's bad luck to congratulate someone before they are officially elected, but I'm willing to take my chances and congratulate the man who will pick up John's (Sweeney's) mantle, a son and grandson of Pennsylvania coal miners, my friend, and a fiery advocate for America's ideals, Rich Trumka."
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Obama Praises Incoming AFL-CIO President Trumka at Pittsburgh Convention Despite Baggage
NLPC has this quote from President Obama:
