SAINT PAUL [2/19/08] – The UAW Minnesota State CAP Council announced today that they support U.S. Senate candidate Al Franken in the race to defeat Senator Norm Coleman. UAW represents 3,500 active members and 4,000 retirees across the state.

Bob Killeen, Secretary Treasurer UAW Minnesota State CAP (Community Action Program) Council, released the following statement:

“We recognize Al’s commitment to workers in the manufacturing industry and retaining manufacturing jobs. We’re committed to working with him to beat Norm Coleman and George Bush and their policies that attack workers and working families.”

Al said:

“I’m thrilled to join forces with UAW in fighting for our auto industry, our manufacturing base, and the working men and women of Minnesota. There’s no reason America can’t regain its competitive edge in auto manufacturing if we take advantage of new technologies and the skill and dedication of our workforce. I’ll work hard in Washington to create and protect union jobs, help our economy grow its way out of the Republican Recession, and make sure that Minnesota families reap the benefits.”

For a complete list of endorsements, including labor unions, progressive organizations, and elected officials, please visit: www.alfranken.com/endorsements

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