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Richard Trumka

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The Resume

    (July 24, 1949-August 5, 2021)
    Born in Nemacolin, Pennsylvania
    President of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO)
    Secretary-Treasurer for the AFL-CIO (1995-2009)

Why he might be annoying:

    Some argued he focused too much on government workers and shifted attention away from the interests of manual laborers as AFL-CIO President.
    Aside from his big labor politics, conservatives disliked his close relationship with the Obama administration.
    He leads strikes, boycotts and protests.
    He enjoys being called a 'socialist.'
    He was accused of supporting violence and flat-out 'thuggery.'

Why he might not be annoying:

    He earned a law degree from Villanova and did his undergrad work at Penn State.
    He started working as a coal miner, and eventually became President of the United Mine Workers.
    He spoke out against racism.
    He's a powerful critic of some of the injustices perpetuated by corporate America.
    He was praised for his public speaking skills and ability to deliver strong speeches.

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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 102 Votes: 60.78% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 63 Votes: 38.10% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 248 Votes: 47.58% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 170 Votes: 53.53% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 203 Votes: 61.08% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 207 Votes: 57.00% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 294 Votes: 70.75% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 77 Votes: 81.82% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 441 Votes: 55.56% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 3060 Votes: 73.82% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 2867 Votes: 66.59% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 1038 Votes: 67.05% Annoying