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TREASURER ERICK RUSSELL STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF STRIKING PRATT & WHITNEY WORKERS

HARTFORD, Connecticut – State Treasurer Erick Russell released the following statement in support of Pratt & Whitney workers who went on strike earlier today:

"This strike is about respect and not prioritizing profits over people. The machinists of Pratt & Whitney deserve fair wages, benefits, and job security for the vital role they play in Connecticut’s economy and the strength and innovation of our nation’s aerospace industry. I urge the company’s leadership to return to the table and come to a fair resolution.”