AFL-CIO holding back endorsements over ‘widespread frustration’
One of the state’s largest labor organizations is holding off on making political endorsements
Statehouse ReporterBen joined CNI in November 2024 as a Statehouse reporter covering the General Assembly from Springfield and other events happening around state government. He previously covered Illinois government for The Daily Line following time in McHenry County with the Northwest Herald. Ben is also a graduate of the University of Illinois Springfield PAR program. He is a lifelong Illinois resident and is originally from Mundelein. Contact Ben
One of the state’s largest labor organizations is holding off on making political endorsements
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