Teamsters President Sparks Controversy with RNC Speech
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Teamsters President Sean O’Brien sparked controversy by speaking at the Republican National Convention, breaking with the union's tradition of endorsing Democratic candidates. The Teamsters have decided to remain neutral in the current presidential race, a move reflecting President Biden's struggles. O’Brien's speech highlighted past GOP support for labor unions and criticized big business, but his actions have upset some union members and drawn criticism from anti-union groups.
Topics:nation#labor-unions#politics#presidential-endorsement#republican-national-convention#sean-obrien#teamsters
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