COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Conference of the American Association of University Professors (OCAAUP) recently endorsed Senator Sherrod Brown for reelection. OCAAUP represents approximately 7,000 college and university faculty that share Sherrod’s commitment to quality higher education and his fight for workers’ rights.
“Ohio educators know I will always stand by their side to fight for fair wages, safer classrooms, and the resources needed for every student and faculty member to succeed,” said Sherrod. “I’m grateful for the support of the OCAAUP and Ohio educators across the state as we continue fighting for the Dignity of Work and quality education for all Ohioans.”
“Endorsements from OCAAUP are rare; but the circumstances of the current political environment necessitate our active support of elected leaders like Sherrod Brown,” said OCAAUP President Gretchen McNamara. “Higher education and faculty continue to face significant challenges, but under Sherrod’s leadership, we will continue to protect and advance academic freedom in Ohio.”
Sherrod has always fought for Ohio educators and the Dignity of Work to make sure hard work pays off for everyone:
- Sherrod introduced the Protecting the Right to Organize Act to protect workers’ rights to bargain for fairer wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions.
- Sherrod introduced the Social Security Fairness Act to secure full Social Security benefits for teachers, first responders, and other public sector workers.
- For over 16 years, Sherrod has hosted a College Presidents Conference to discuss ways to expand opportunity for Ohioans and prepare them for jobs in Ohio’s growing industries.
- Sherrod supported the Tax-Free Pell Grant Act to help students take full advantage of higher education tax credits and Pell Grants to pursue a college education.
- Sherrod is working to ensure recognition and resources for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
- Sherrod introduced the Community College Student Success Act to provide free tutoring, textbooks, and transportation for full-time students at community colleges.
- Sherrod is fighting to expand high-speed internet access for students and families across Ohio.
- Sherrod is leading the fight to make home ownership more affordable and accessible for educators.
- Sherrod is championing the Child Tax Credit expansion to provide working families with financial relief to accommodate the rising prices of healthcare, childcare, and housing.
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