United Steelworkers, Local 7686 Endorses Josh Underwood for New Madrid County Associate Circuit Court Judge

Josh Underwood, incumbent, New Madrid County Associate Circuit Court Judge, is pictured here with his wife, Lou, his daughter, Emmaline, and his son, J. Douglas.

In a joint statement issued by the USW 7686 Board of Officers, the United Steelworkers are proud to endorse Judge Josh Underwood as candidate for Associate Circuit Court Judge of New Madrid County. In its statement, USW Local 7686 acknowledged Judge Underwood's lifelong ties to New Madrid County and his commitment to the prosperity and protection of New Madrid County's labor force.

Judge Underwood has served as the New Madrid County Associate Circuit Judge since his appointment to that position by Governor Jay Nixon in March 2013. Prior to his appointment he maintained a private law practice in New Madrid while also serving as the Portageville City Prosecutor, Marston City Attorney, and New Madrid Municipal Judge.

Born and raised in Portageville, Judge Underwood currently resides in New Madrid with his wife Lou and their children Emmaline and J. Douglas.

According to President Stan Ivie, "Not only does Judge Underwood have numerous ties to the county from his previous legal experience, he also has strong family ties to the agricultural community in the county and have had numerous family members employed by Noranda Aluminum Inc. I believe this broad background places Mr. Underwood in a unique position to appreciate the various interests and concerns of all New Madrid County citizens." Assistant Chief Steward Cameron Redd added, "I am encouraged by Judge Underwood's commitment to the prosperity and protection of those who do honest labor, and I'm honored to have such a good family man to support."

Judge Josh Underwood will be on the Democrat Primary ballot on Tuesday, August 5, 2014.

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