"Al Gore believes that unions play an essential role in the economic and political life of America, " Yokich said.
CNN: United Auto Workers backs Gore for US president
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"It's no secret that we disagree -- and disagree sharply -- (with Gore) on NAFTA and on granting China permanent normal trade relations, " Yokich said.
CNN: United Auto Workers backs Gore for US president
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"During the course of this campaign we have taken a long, hard look at the presidential candidates' positions and their programs for America's future, " Yokich said in a statement.
CNN: United Auto Workers backs Gore for US president