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https://politicalwire.com/2024/10/08/union-snub-blindsided-harris-campaign/

"the International Association of Fire Fighters last week declined to endorse either candidate in the presidential race"

I understand that unfortunately, many firefighters are racist and sexist. I would have to think that problem with some of the rank-and-file went into the decision not to endorse.

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Since when have firefighters been big supporters of national Democrats?

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They supported Biden(but you have a good point)

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Dunno, maybe back in the times of Roosevelt and, like, Truman?

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They were big supporters of John Kerry's presidential campaign and endorsed him early on in the primaries.

https://www.scrippsnews.com/politics/america-votes/firefighters-union-that-typically-backs-democrats-declines-to-endorse-harris

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