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Labor union endorsements have become increasingly important to local and federal elections, with unions signaling support for candidates up and down the ballot. 

Earlier this month, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden stressed his union support while 

, Minn. As Minnesota becomes a battleground state in this election, what role could labor unions play in turning the tides?

MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with a union leader and a researcher about the time and money spent encouraging members to go out and vote. They also discussed how effective labor union campaigning is and how endorsement decisions are made.

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What is the political role of a labor union? MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with a union leader and a researcher about the time and money spent encouraging members to go out and vote.

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