Endorsements

		Reverend Jesse Jackson "The U.S. Senate more than needs Peter Deutsch. Peter Deutsch has the courage to fight for the right issues. He will step up when needed to meet the challenge. He stood with us when many others disappeared."
		United States Congressman Alcee Hastings (D-FL) "Peter Deutsch is ready to be a United States senator, and is not going to require a steep learning curve that everybody else running would require."
		United States Congresswoman Corrine Brown (D-FL) "[I am backing Deutsch] because he is an aggressive fighter for Democratic causes. He doesn't just talk the talk; he walks the walk."
		State Representative Irving "Irv" Slosberg "Peter was a legend in Tallahassee when it came to fighting for seniors. We need him in Washington. That is why I support Peter Deutsch in the race for U.S. Senate."

		State Senator Debbie Wasserman Schultz "I've witnessed first hand how Peter fights for those who cannot stand up for themselves; I've seen his compassion, work ethic and commitment to the people of Florida. Peter Deutsch will be a U.S. Senator with guts, compassion, and vision."
		State Senator Larcenia Bullard "I'm supporting him because throughout the years I've observed that he is well-versed in the subject of immigration laws; and I have always viewed him to be a man of integrity: one who stands up for what he believes in."
		State Representative Kenneth Gottlieb "I support Peter largely due to his concern for education. He has spent his entire elected career fighting to improve education, and as a father of two young children, that's a subject that's very important to me."
		United States Congressman Anthony Weiner "I have worked closely with Peter Deutsch in the U.S. House of Representatives and I have witnessed, up close, his tireless work and deep convictions. Blessed with a big heart and nimble mind, Peter has been a powerful voice for those with little say. There is no one I would rather have in my corner."

Partial List of Endorsements by Organization

South Florida Sun-Sentinel
"Peter Deutsch has been a tenacious campaigner and outspoken lawmaker since he first was elected to public office in 1982 at the age of 25. [...] He is a savvy politician and knows his way around Washington. He can be expected to fight hard for all Florida residents, but he especially understands the needs of South Florida."

Humane USA
"We have the chance to elect a leading animal welfare advocate in the U.S. Senate. Remember, it is Congress that makes the nation's laws relating to animals. In order to have humane laws, we need humane lawmakers. Peter Deutsch would be one of those lawmakers."

Florida AFL-CIO
"[Deutsch's] co-endorsement by the Florida AFL-CIO was earned not only by the Congressman's voting record, but his friendship and shared goals with organized labor."

Broward Teachers Union
"We can look at his record as a congressman and how can you not support him? [...] He's always fought for working men and women." - Patricia Emmert

Florida Police Benevolent Association
"This significant endorsement comes from the 30,000 members of FPBA for Deutsch's continuous support of proper funding for law enforcement in the state and across the nation."

International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW)
"The UAW is one of the largest and most diverse unions in North America, with members in virtually every sector of the economy [...] Peter Deutsch has a 93% voting record with us."

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Metro Dade Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1403
"[Peter] has always been a good friend and supporter [...] whose support has always been in the best interest of public safety and the health and welfare of our members. We look forward to working with [him] in the interest of public safety and the health and welfare of our members."

Citizens for Global Solutions
"The Citizens for Global Solutions has decided to endorse [Peter's] candidacy in the belief that [he] will support Citizens for Global Solutions' vision and goals."

Broward County Professional Firefighters and Paramedics
"We represent over 500 men and women who are employed within Broward County. Local 421 represents the firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians who respond everyday in our community to save lives and property. The Broward County Professional Firefighters & Paramedics is proud to support and endorse [Peter's] election campaign for United States Senator."

Broward County Council of Professional Firefighters
"We first endorsed Peter Deutsch when he first ran for Congress, he has voted with us 100 percent on all of our issues all of the time. We want to be one of the front-line organizations to support Peter." - Joe Benavides, President and CEO of BCCPF

Florida Sentinel-Bulletin
"(Peter) is extremely impressive -- he has a record of commitment that can not be ignored..." - Blythe Andrews, Jr, Publisher Emeritus

Voters' Coalition of Palm Beach County

Broward County Chapter of Florida AFL-CIO

North West Florida Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO

Palm Beach Treasure Coast, AFL-CIO

Teamsters - Florida State Council

Operating Engineers

Machinist - Florida State Council

Carpenters Union

Metro Dade Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1403

National Association of Letter Carriers

Partial List of Endorsements by Prominent Current and Former Elected Officials

		United States Congressman Luis Gutierrez (D-IL)				United States Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY)
		United States Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ)				United States Congressman Jose Serrano (D-NY)
		United States Congressman Ed Towns (D-NY)				United States Congressman Albert Wynn (D-MD)
		Congressman Henry A. Waxman (D-CA)				State Representative Phillip Brutus
		Governor Edward G. Rendell				Congressman Bart Gordon (D-TN)
		Congressman Eliot Engel (D-NY)				Congressman Howard L. Berman (D-CA)
		State Senator Steve Geller				Former State Senator Daryl Jones
		State Representative Ron Greenstein				State Representative Nan Rich
		State Representative Roger Wishner				Broward County Commissioner Ben Graber, M.D.
		Broward County Commissioner Josephus Eggelletion, Jr				Miami Beach Commissioner Jose Smith
		Broward County Commissioner Suzanne Gunzburger				City of Aventura Commissioner Robert Diamond
		Mayor of Riviera Beach Mike Brown				Mayor of Weston Eric Hersh
		Sunrise Deputy Mayor Irwin Harlem				Miami Shores Councilman Greg Ullman