ATU Local 998 Has Endorsed Jack Eckblad in his Re-Election Campaign

They know Jack always stands with workers.

By Sup. Jack Eckblad - Aug 19th, 2025 12:42 pm

MILWAUKEE, WI —ATU 988 is part of the backbone of our community, keeping Milwaukee County moving forward.

This week they formally endorsed Jack Eckblad in his re-election campaign for County Supervisor in District 4, because they know that he will always remain a champion for workers.

“Thank you for everything you do for ATU 998, Organized Labor, and Public transportation. You have had our back and we have yours,” ATU said in their letter of endorsement.

“I am grateful and humbled by this show of confidence and support. I will always stand in solidarity with my brothers and sisters in organized labor to fight for the wages and benefits workers deserve. United we cannot be defeated,” stated Supervisor Eckblad in reaction to the endorsement.

Thank you to ATU 999, for their support in this campaign and their ongoing work to help keep Milwaukee strong.

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Milwaukee County Supervisory District 4 is the beating heart of Greater Milwaukee. Its borders encompass Mitchell Airport and the Port of Milwaukee. Its County Parks, like Humboldt and South Shore, anchor historic neighborhoods such as Bay View, Saveland, Tippecanoe, and The Garden District.

To learn more about Jack’s work as Milwaukee County Supervisor for District 4 visit www.jackformke.com or www.facebook.com/jackformke.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

Mentioned in This Press Release

People: Jack Eckblad

Government: Port of Milwaukee

Neighborhoods: Bay View, Tippecanoe

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