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Transportation Unions Support Richard Lidinsky as Federal Maritime Commisioner

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WASHINGTON, DC – Edward Wytkind, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, issued the following statement in reaction to Senate confirmation of Richard Lidinsky as Federal Maritime Commissioner:

“Richard Lidinsky’s background and past work experience make him well qualified to serve as a Federal Maritime Commissioner.  Having worked 35 years on maritime issues, Lidinsky will bring a high level of expertise and provide a balanced approach to the challenges facing the maritime industry and its workforce.

“The Obama Administration has selected a true professional who will serve with distinction in ensuring a secure maritime transportation system, enforcing our shipping statutes, and protecting against unfair foreign trade practices that harm this industry and its employees.”

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The Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, represents 32 member unions in the aviation, rail, transit, trucking, highway, longshore, maritime and related industries. For more information, visit www.ttd.org

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