Just ahead of the start of New York City’s early voting period, Khari Edwards has secured a major endorsement in the Brooklyn Borough President race. The United Federation of Teachers (UFT), representing nearly 200,000 members, announced its support for Edwards this week.
The UFT joins District Council 37 (DC 37)—the city’s largest municipal workers union in backing Edwards’ campaign, signaling major labor support. Early Voting runs from Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, June 22, with Primary Election Day scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, when polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
In a statement, Edwards pledged to prioritize the borough’s education system:
“I’m honored to have the support of the United Federation of Teachers in the race for Brooklyn Borough President,” Edwards said. “As borough president, my mission will be to invest in our schools, support our educators, and ensure that every student, no matter their zip code, has access to a high‑quality, equitable education in a thriving learning environment.”
The timing of the UFT endorsement could prove pivotal. With early voting underway and Election Day just around the corner, Edwards has positioned himself as a candidate deeply committed to education, public services, and equity—issues central to many union households.
With backing from two of the city’s most powerful labor organizations, Edwards enters the final stretch of the campaign riding a wave of momentum.
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