Special to the Journal
The Service Employees International Union, Local 509 has endorsed Juan Pablo Jaramillo for Revere City Council At-Large. The union represents over 25,000 workers across different public and private sectors like the Department of Corrections, Department of Children and Families, Department of Developmental Services, Department of Mental Health, and Family Based Child Care and Early Education Centers among other sectors.
“SEIU Local 509 is proud to endorse Councillor Juan Pablo Jaramillo for Revere City Council At-Large. Juan has been a fierce advocate for working people in Revere and the labor voice on the council since he first was elected. As human service providers and educators, our members trust that Juan Pablo will advocate for us and for the communities we work with. We are excited to support him and work with him toward building a stronger city that works for everyone.” – Dave Foley, SEIU Local 509 President
This most recent endorsement comes on the heels of what has been mounting support for Juan’s campaign. He has received the support of local elected officials and organizations.
“Our campaign is in the driver’s seat because we have built a working class campaign. For working Revere by working Revere. I am honored to receive local 509’s endorsement because their members provide vital services for the residents in our city” said Jaramillo.
SEIU local 509 represents various workers that serve as early education providers, social workers that help people that are aging, and families in need of transitional help. Juan added, “together, we will create policy that enhances the lives of our kids, seniors, and families and I look forward to digging into that work with 509 and its members.”
Councilor Jaramillo was elected to the Revere City Council in 2023 and is vying to be re-elected to the council in the city election to take place on November 4.
