Staff Reports
Union leader Bobby Bartels stole the show at the Republican National Convention, announcing that he's backing former President Donald Trump this November. Bartels, a proud member of Steamfitter's local union 638, revealed his long-standing Democratic affiliation but made it clear that Trump's actions spoke louder than political affiliations.
Recalling politicians' neglect of Central Park's Wallman Ice Rink, Bartels highlighted Trump's hands-on approach to getting the job done efficiently. By enlisting skilled local union labor, Trump revitalised the rink and demonstrated genuine care for the community.
WATCH: Longtime Union Democrat Endorses Trump At Republican Convention….https://t.co/BB98GuJKLA
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In a jab at President Biden, Bartels humorously pointed out the limitations of a traditional 9-5 workday, hinting at Biden's infamous afternoon energy lulls. Highlighting issues like border security, inflation, and rising crime rates, Bartels criticized the Democrats' lack of effective action, resonating with the crowd's concerns.
With a rallying cry to "take back the middle class" and restore America's prosperity, Bartels declared his support for Trump as the solution to reviving the values his union stands for. The enthusiastic response from the audience indicated a growing shift among union workers towards Trump's promises of economic recovery and security.
