Downers Grove, IL — Today, U. S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced he has been endorsed by the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) in his re-election campaign. IFT, one of the largest unions in Illinois with more than 103,000 members across the state, is full-heartedly supporting Rep. Casten for re-election in Illinois’s 6th Congressional District. As a tireless advocate for teachers and students, Sean is proud of his 100% pro-public education voting record.

“We have a fundamental responsibility as a nation to provide a world-class education for every child, and that starts with ensuring our educators have the resources and support they need to be effective,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “I will continue to work tirelessly with our teachers & educators to serve our children. I am honored to have IFT’s support.”

Casten has previously been endorsed by the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois, the IBEW International & Illinois State Conference, Illinois AFL-CIO, as well as more than a dozen other local unions. You can find his full list of endorsements here.

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