Baltimore/Washington Laborers District Council

Baltimore/Washington Laborers District Council BWLDC represents more than 7,500 members in the Maryland, D.C. and Virginia region.

05/13/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2026 Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Maryland General Endorsements

Annapolis, MD —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced endorsements for the Maryland General Assembly in advance of the state’s June 23rd, 2026 Democratic primary. The endorsements are as follows:

STATE SENATE
Legislative District 3: Sen. Karen Lewis Young
Legislative District 8: Sen. Carl Jackson
Legislative District 9: Sen. Katie Fry Hester
Legislative District 10: Sen. Ben Brooks
Legislative District 11: Sen. Shelly Hettleman
Legislative District 12: Sen. Clarence Lam
Legislative District 13: Sen. Guy Guzzone
Legislative District 14: Sen. Craig Zucker
Legislative District 15: Sen. Brian Feldman
Legislative District 16: Sen. Sara Love
Legislative District 17: Sen. Cheryl Kagan
Legislative District 18: Sen. Jeff Waldstreicher
Legislative District 19: Sen. Ben Kramer
Legislative District 20: Sen. Will Smith
Legislative District 21: Sen. Jim Rosapepe
Legislative District 22: Sen. Alonzo Washington
Legislative District 23: Raaheela Ahmed
Legislative District 24: Del. Tiffany Alston
Legislative District 25: Sen. Nick Charles
Legislative District 26: Sen. Anthony Muse
Legislative District 27: Sen. Kevin Harris
Legislative District 30: Sen. Shaneka Henson
Legislative District 31: Del. Mark Chang
Legislative District 33: Sen. Dawn Gile
Legislative District 34: Sen. Mary-Dulany James
Legislative District 40: Sen. Antonio Hayes
Legislative District 41: Del. Malcolm Ruff
Legislative District 39: Sen. Nancy King
Legislative District 43: Sen. Mary Washington
Legislative District 44: Sen. Charles Sydnor, III
Legislative District 45: Sen. Cory McCray
Legislative District 46: Sen. Bill Ferguson
Legislative District 47: Sen. Malcolm Augustine

HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Legislative District 8: Del. Nick Allen, Del. Harry Bhandari, & Del. Kim Ross
Legislative District 9A: Del. Chao Wu & Del. Natalie Ziegler
Legislative District 9B: Del. Courtney Watson
Legislative District 10: Robin Harvey, Del. Jennifer White Holland, & Del. N. Scott Phillips
Legislative District 11A: Del. Cheryl Pasteur
Legislative District 11B: Del. Jon Cardin & Del. Dana Stein
Legislative District 12A: Del. Jessica Feldmark & Del. Terri Hill
Legislative District 13: Del. Pam Lanman Guzzone & Del. Gabriel Maximilian Moreno
Legislative District 14: Del. Anne Kaiser, Del. Bernice Mireku-North, & Matt Post
Legislative District 15: Del. Linda Foley, Del. David Fraser-Hidalgo, & Del. Lily Qi
Legislative District 16: Del. Marc Korman, Del. Sarah Wolek, & Del. Teresa Woorman
Legislative District 17: Del. Julie Palakovich Carr, Del. Ryan Spiegel, & Del. Joe Vogel
Legislative District 18: Del. Aaron Kaufman, Del. Emily Shetty, &
Del. Jared Solomon
Legislative District 19: Sebastian Johnson, Del. Vaughn Stewart, & Christa Tichy
Legislative District 20: Del. Lorig Charkoudian, Del. David Moon, & Del. Jheanelle Wilkins
Legislative District 21: Del. Ben Barnes, Del. Mary Lehman, & Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk
Legislative District 22: Tracy Gant, Del. Ashanti Martinez, &
Molly McKee-Seabrook
Legislative District 23: Del. Marvin Holmes, Jr., Del. Kym Taylor
Legislative District 24: Del. Derrick Coley, Del. Andrea Fletcher Harrison, & Stanford Fraser
Legislative District 27B: Del. Jeffrie Long
Legislative District 28: Del. Debra Davis, Del. Edith Patterson, & Evan Smith
Legislative District 25: Del. Kent Roberson, Antoine M. Thompson, & Del. Karen Toles
Legislative District 26: Del. Veronica Turner, Del. Kriselda Valderrama, & Del. Jamila Woods
Legislative District 27A: Del. Darrell Odom, Sr.
Legislative District 30A: Del. Dylan Behler & Del. Dana Jones
Legislative District 32: Del. Sandy Bartlett, Spencer Dixon, & Del. Mike Rogers
Legislative District 33A: Del. Andrew Pruski
Legislative District 33C: Del. Heather Bagnall
Legislative District 39: Del. Gabriel Acevero, Del. Lesley Lopez, & Del. Greg Wims
Legislative District 40: Del. Marlon Amprey, Tiffany Welch, & Del. Melissa Wells
Legislative District 41: Del. Sandy Rosenberg, Del. Sean Stinnett, & Ryan Turner
Legislative District 42B: Del. Michele Guyton
Legislative District 43A: Del. Regina Boyce & Del. Elizabeth Embry
Legislative District 43B: Del. Cathi Forbes
Legislative District 44A: Del. Eric Ebersole
Legislative District 44B: Del. Aletheia McCaskill & Del. Sheila Ruth
Legislative District 45: Del. Jackie Addison, Del. Stephanie Smith, & Del. Caylin Young
Legislative District 46: Del. Luke Clippinger, Del. Mark Edelson, & Del. Robbyn Lewis
Legislative District 47A: Del. Diana Fennell & Del. Julian Ivey
Legislative District 47B: Del. Deni Taveras

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the

05/12/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 12, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces
Endorsement Sonia Vasquez Luna for Virginia House of Delegates District 20

Prince William County, VA—Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsement of Sonia Vasquez Luna for Virginia House of Delegates District 20. A special election will be scheduled due to the resignation of Del. Michelle Maldonado.

“LiUNA is proud to support our sister Sonia Vasquez Luna for Virginia’s House of Delegates District 20,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “As the Business Manager of LiUNA Local 572 and a Manassas City Councilmember, Sonia has been and will continue to be laser-focused on delivering for working people. Hands down, Sonia has the energy, drive, and values we need in our elected officials.”

Sonia Vasquez Luna was elected to the Manassas City Council in 2022 and has served on numerous boards and commissions. In addition to holding the position of LiUNA Local 572 Business Manager, Sonia is also Second Vice President of the Northern Virginia AFL-CIO and a member of the Manassas Democratic Committee.
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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

05/07/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 7, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Additional Endorsements in Key Races

Washington DC & Metro Area —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced the following endorsements: Elissa Silverman for DC At-Large Councilmember, Josie Caballero for Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember, and Tamara Davis Brown for Prince George’s County District 9 Councilmember.

“LiUNA is pleased to announce its endorsement of Elissa Silverman for DC At-Large Councilmember,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “Elissa was a trusted and consistent voice for working families during her previous tenure on the DC Council, and LiUNA is thrilled to support her in the District’s June 16, 2026 special election.” The special election is being held due to a resignation.

“As a Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember Josie Caballero will be a fierce advocate for working people, bringing the voices of wage earners, labor leaders, activists, and tenants into policymaking spaces,” said Palomo. “Josie’s commitment to public service, as her record in the US Navy and LGBTQIA+ activism demonstrate, will be an asset to county residents.”

“LiUNA is excited to endorse Tamara Davis Brown for Prince George’s County District 9 Councilmember,” stated Palomo. “Tamara has a long history of fighting for her community, and she understands the value of organized labor and the difference we make in creating quality jobs for County residents.”

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

04/20/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 20, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Additional Anne Arundel County Endorsements

Anne Arundel County, MD —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced the following additional Anne Arundel County endorsements: Kelly Smith for District 1 councilmember and Joe Toolan for District 6 councilmember. Anne Arundel County’s Democratic primary will be held on June 23, 2026.

“LiUNA is pleased to endorse Kelly Smith for District 1 councilmember,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “As the daughter of a union member, Kelly has personally experienced how unions protect workers and support families. As the next District 1 councilmember, Kelly will stand with LiUNA members, protect our livelihoods, and fight for policies that uplift working families across Anne Arundel County.”

“Through his advocacy with Defensores de la Cuenca, Joe Toolan knows first hand the challenges of the construction industry, and the impact that wage theft can have on the immigrant community,” said Palomo. “That’s why LiUNA is endorsing Joe for District 6 councilmember.”

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

04/08/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Howard County Endorsements

Howard County, MD —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsements of Vanessa Atterbeary for Howard County Executive, incumbent Christiana Rigby for District 3, Kevin Chin for District 1, Jess Nichols for District 2, and Janssen Evelyn for District 4. Howard County’s Democratic primary will be held on June 23, 2026.

“LiUNA is excited to support Vanessa Atterbeary for Howard County Executive,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “With her experience chairing the Maryland House of Delegates’ Ways and Means Committee and working on issues that matter to our members, we know Vanessa Atterbeary will get the job done in Howard County.”

“District 3 Councilmember Christiana Rigby is dedicated to improving Howard County for working families, and LiUNA is thrilled to support her for re-election,” stated Palomo. “Councilmember Rigby is currently working on a prevailing wage bill, and as a returning councilmember she will provide the county council with continuity and institutional knowledge.”

“As an emergency room physician, Kevin Chin will bring the unique perspective of a practicing doctor to the Howard County Council,” said Palomo. “Kevin understands the difference a quality union job can make in a family’s income, stability, health care, and retirement savings, and he will represent District 1 with purpose, energy, and enthusiasm.”

“A member of the Howard County teachers’ union and the 2024 HCPS Teacher of the Year, Jess Nichols will deliver for District 2’s working families,” said Palomo. “Through her union membership, Jess has first-hand knowledge of the value of collective bargaining and the importance of workers’ right to organize.”

“I am also pleased to announce our endorsement of Janssen Evelyn for District 4 Councilmember,” said Palomo. “Janssen is a long-time public servant and community activist, and will bring a depth of experience and advocacy to the Howard County Council.”

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

03/27/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 27, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Additional Prince George’s County Endorsements

Prince George’s County, MD —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsement of:
* Aisha Braveboy for re-election as Prince George’s County Executive;
* Councilmembers Eric Olson (D3), Shayla Adams Stafford (D5), Krystal Oriadha (D7), Edward Burroughs (D8), and Jolene Ivey (At Large) for re-election;
* Councilmembers Tim Adams (D4) and Danielle Hunter (D6), both of whom were recently appointed to complete the terms of departing councilmembers; and
* Jeana Jacobs for At-Large Councilmember.

“LiUNA has been behind County Executive Aisha Braveboy and Councilmembers Eric Olson, Shayla Adams Stafford, Krystal Oriadha, Edward Burroughs, and Jolene Ivey since day one,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “We are grateful that each is running for re-election and know they will continue to deliver positive change for Prince George’s County.”

“LiUNA is pleased to endorse Tim Adams to represent District 4 on the county council,” stated Palomo. “As the former Mayor of Bowie and owner of a thriving business, Councilmember Adams has valuable experience that makes him a great addition to the Prince George’s County Council.”

“We are also pleased to endorse Danielle Hunter to represent District 6 on the county council,” said Palomo. “Councilmember Hunter has a history of helping working families through her S.H.E. initiative–Safer Communities, Healthier Families, and Educational Advancement for Youth, which has assisted more than 800 families experiencing food and clothing insecurity.”

“As a former union president, Jeana Jacobs will bring the voice of labor to the Prince George’s County Council,” stated Palomo. “Ms. Jacob’s tenure as a Prince George’s County Board of Education member further demonstrates the breadth of her leadership experience, which will be invaluable on the county council.”
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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

03/25/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 25, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Additional DC Council Endorsements

Washington, DC —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsements of DC Council Chair Phil Mendelson and Ward 3 Councilmember Matt Frumin for re-election, and its endorsement of Rashida Brown for Ward 1 Councilmember. The District’s Democratic primary will be held on June 16, 2026.

“Chairman Mendelson understands the value of creating quality union jobs for DC residents, and it is through his leadership on the council that we have been able to establish and grow the use of project labor agreements on city construction projects,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “There are not enough words to describe how much we appreciate Chairman Mendelson.”

“Since joining the council, Ward 3 Councilmember Matt Frumin has been a great supporter of working families, and we appreciate his thoughtfulness and advocacy,” said Palomo. “We look forward to continuing to work with Councilmember Frumin.”

“I am also pleased to announce our endorsement of Rashida Brown for Ward 1 Councilmember,” said Palomo. Current Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau recently announced she will not seek re-election, and the Ward 1 council seat is open for the first time in 12 years. “As a five-term ANC commissioner, Rashida has a proven track record of leadership and accomplishment. She understands how the DC government works and will hit the ground running on day one. Rashida also will bring the unique perspective of a Licensed Graduate Social Worker to the council, as well as her expertise in early childhood development.”
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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

03/06/2026

PHILADELPHIA/BALTIMORE/WASHINGTON LABORERS’ DISTRICT COUNCIL ENDORSES ROBERT WHITE FOR DC’s DELEGATE TO THE
UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Washington, DC —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsement of Robert White as the District of Columbia’s Delegate to the United States House of Representatives.

Robert White is currently serving his third term as a DC councilmember at-large.“Throughout his career as a public servant, Robert has demonstrated that his values align with those of LiUNA members,“ said Julio Palomo, President and Assistant Business Manager of the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council. “We know that Robert will be able to hit the ground running representing the District in the United States House of Representatives.”

Immediately prior to his election to the DC City Council, Robert White served as the Director of Community Outreach for the DC Office of the Attorney General. Prior to that, from 2008 to 2014, he was Legislative Council to the District’s Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton.

“Robert’s record speaks for itself,” said Palomo. Earlier this year, Councilmember White publicly called on the Commanders ownership team to include a project labor agreement on the RFK Campus’s commercial development parcels. He also voted in favor of striking the Project Labor Agreements Amendment Act of 2025 from B26-265, the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Support Act of 2025. The language, supported by DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, would have eliminated the District’s PLA policy on projects initially budgeted between 2026 and 2031. In 2024, Councilmember White voted in favor of B25-469, Revised Project Labor Agreement Cost Threshold Amendment Act of 2023, which lowered the District’s PLA threshold from $75 million to $50 million. The bill became law on September 13, 2024.

Across the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region, the PBWLDC seeks to endorse and support candidates for elected office who align with the values of our members. Today’s endorsement of Robert White as District of Columbia Delegate to the United States House of Representatives is part of that effort.

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council, an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 12,000 LIUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

01/22/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 22, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Endorsement of Oye Owolewa for DC At-Large Councilmember

Washington, DC —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsement of Oye Owolewa for DC At-Large Councilmember (D). The District’s Democratic primary will be held on June 16, 2026.

“Oye Owolewa is all about working people, and the policies and programs needed to create quality jobs that enable DC residents to stay in the city,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “He will bring tremendous energy to the city council and an unrelenting drive to get things done.”

The son of Nigerian immigrants, Oye Owolewa has a history of public service and will bring a unique perspective to the council. Owolewa is a licensed pharmacist with firsthand experience of DC’s health care system. He is also the District’s Shadow Representative to the United States House of Representatives, a role that has placed him at the forefront of the District’s statehood efforts.

The PBWLDC is committed to identifying, endorsing, and supporting candidates for elected office whose values and priorities are consistent with those of LiUNA. The endorsement of Oye Owolewa for DC At-Large Councilmember is part of that process.
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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

01/21/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 21, 2026
Contact: Julio Palomo ([email protected])

Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers' District Council Announces Endorsement of DC Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen for Re-Election

Washington, DC —Today, the Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), announced its endorsement of Charles Allen for re-election as DC’s Ward 6 Councilmember. The District’s Democratic primary will be held on June 16, 2026.

“Charles Allen is a conscientious and dedicated public servant who understands that we need an affordable DC that does not price out working people, and that quality, family-supporting jobs are a cornerstone of affordability,” stated PBWLDC President and Assistant Business Manager Julio Palomo. “Councilmember Allen has a solid record of delivering for Ward 6 residents and for residents across the city.”

The PBWLDC especially appreciates the significant effort that Councilmember Allen put in to strengthen the deal to bring the Commanders back to the District. As a seasoned councilmember, Charles Allen did not waiver. He applied his leadership skills to work collaboratively with his council colleagues to secure additional concessions from the Commanders ownership team, including labor standards on the ancillary development.

The PBWLDC is committed to identifying, endorsing, and supporting candidates for elected office whose values and priorities are consistent with those of LiUNA. The endorsement of Charles Allen for Ward 6 Councilmember is part of that process.

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The Philadelphia/Baltimore/Washington Laborers’ District Council (PBWLDC), an affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA), represents more than 13,000 LiUNA members who live and work in the Philadelphia-Baltimore-Washington region.

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