Unions spending your tax dollars to pick your politicians
Unions in Pennsylvania spent $22.4 million on political activity in 2025, with government unions being among the most influential, and taxpayers unwittingly funding campaigns they may not support. The judicial retention race was a major hub for union spending, with $2.2 million coming from unions for the pro-retention side.
Pennsylvania unions spent $22.4 million on political activity in 2025. The judicial retention race was a major focus, with three Democrat-backed justices facing potential removal. Unions contributed $2.2 million to the pro-retention side, with Justice Kevin Dougherty receiving $180,000 from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, and House Majority Leader Matt Bradford also received significant union contributions. Government unions spent over $5 million on electoral politics, creating a conflict of interest as they represent employees whose salaries and benefits are set by politicians. Taxpayers fund this impropriety, with 90% of government union donations going to Democratic candidates.
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