United Domestic Workers Announces Endorsement of Tom Steyer for Governor

SAN FRANCISCO – Today, the United Domestic Workers (UDW/AFSCME Local 3930), one of California’s largest and most influential unions, announced its endorsement of Tom Steyer for California governor.

“Mr. Steyer has brought forward an impressive plan to not only protect, but invest in the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and family child care programs, which serve over one million Californians and their families,” said Doug Moore, Executive Director of UDW. “He also understands that stable home and child care are the backbone of our communities and our economy, and that providers deserve to be paid a thriving wage for their work. Mr. Steyer understands the system is rigged against working families and will fight for the change we need. Because of this, UDW’s 250,000 IHSS and family child care providers enthusiastically endorse Mr. Steyer to be California’s next governor.”

“We need a champion for working people in Sacramento,” said UDW President Astrid Zuniga. “Mr. Steyer knows which side he is on and we believe he will fight alongside UDW to protect California’s investment in IHSS, child care, and in our communities. He understands and values the work our members do and we know he will be a strong ally. Mr. Steyer will confront California’s challenges with bold leadership, and put working people before corporate interests.”

“Home and child care workers are the backbone of California’s communities and among the most essential workers in our state, showing up every single day to care for children, seniors and people with disabilities with dignity and compassion,” said Tom Steyer. “I’m proud to receive the endorsement of United Domestic Workers (UDW/AFSCME Local 3930) and will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with home care and child care workers  who make it possible for so many Californians to receive the care they need. Together, we will close corporate tax loopholes like the Trump Tax Loophole so that billionaires pay their fair share and we build a California that truly values care workers and the people they serve.”

Founded by followers of Cesar Chavez in 1977, UDW represents more than 250,000 dedicated home care and family child care providers across California. Their members are the backbone of care for seniors, people with disabilities, and working families—fighting for fair wages, better working conditions, and policies that strengthen their communities.

This announcement is added to the long list of endorsements Steyer has earned since the launch of his campaign, which includes the California School Employees Association, the 100,000-member-strong California Nurses Association, as well as Congressman Ro Khanna, Senator Henry Stern, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Assembly Member Alex Lee, and Progressive Caucus Assembly Members Isaac Bryan, Gregg Hart, Ash Kalra, and Rick Zbur.

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