(LONG BRANCH, NJ) – Today, Local 262 of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) announced its support of the Democratic senate and assembly candidates in New Jersey’s 11th legislative district. The ticket includes Vin Gopal who is challenging Senator Jen Beck for State Senate, and Assembly members Eric Houghtaling and Joann Downey who are both seeking reelection.

“Our members and their families need allies in Trenton and I know that, Vin, Eric, and Joann will be a team that will deliver for workers, because they always have,” said Tom Walsh, President of RWDSU Local 262. “These candidates are committed to fighting for issues that matter most to our working families and I know they will be tenacious in their resolve to improve our communities. I am proud to announce our support of the LD11 Democratic ticket today.”

“The RWDSU Local 262 represents a wide variety of workers and touches countless Monmouth County families,” said Vin Gopal, State Senate candidate. “I am incredibly honored to have the support of these members and will work tirelessly to be the Senator they deserve in Trenton.”

“I am honored to have the support of the RWDSU,” said Assemblyman Eric Houghtaling. “Unions like the RWDSU Local 262 support and defend not just their members and their members families every day – but all workers. The principles promoted by this organization are what I have worked to protect and expand and will continue to when reelected.”

“I want to thank RWDSU Local 262 and its members for their support,” said Assemblywoman Joann Downey. “The working families that make up this membership need a strong voice in the Assembly who is fighting for them every day. I am proud to be that voice for Monmouth County families.”