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Friction builds between Walz, public sector unions on multiple fronts

A man holds a sign with the word union on it above his head as he listens to Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz deliver a campaign speech.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (R) gestures as AFSCME President Lee Saunders (L) applauds at the 46th International Convention of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Aug. 13, 2024 in Los Angeles.
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