Campaign Spokespeople

Mark Coryell is President of AFGE Local 3907, representing U.S. EPA employees who work at the National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI. His work at U.S. EPA includes the phase-out of lead in motor vehicle gasoline and technical/policy assistance to States developing air quality plans.

Nate James, President AFGE Local 3331

USMC Retire, 20 years of service 1980 – 2000 EPA Employee, IT

Specialist, 17 years of Service 2000 – Present AFGE Member, 14 years

2003 – Present Local President, 3rd term.

Nate James has been in public service nearly his entire adult life starting with 20 years of military service in a number of occupational fields ranging from Correctional Specialist, Drill Instructor, and Information Technology Specialist. After retirement from a successful military career, Nate became an employee at the U.S. EPA. Nate’s leadership skills were immediately recognized by peers and he is frequently called upon by employees that experience a number of workplace challenges. Nate has served as an AFGE officer both at the local and Council level. Nate’s direct leadership lead to a 100% increase in local membership for multiple years.

AFGE Local 3331 has been transformed into one of the most active and productive locals in the entire EPA, receiving awards for Legislative Activism, Political Mobilization, and Outstanding Local. This summer he will be celebrating his 38th year of marriage to wife, Patricia James. They have two adult children Nate James Jr. And Natlie White. They have been blessed with five grandchildren.