Wal-Mart Denies Pressuring Workers To Vote GOP
Wal-Mart is denying reports that company officials encouraged store managers to "vote Republican" in November. Company officials are said to be concerned that a Democratic victory would make it easier for employees to unionize. Labor unions say the meetings amount to intimidation.
Missy Shelton reports from member station KSMU.
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