Schweitzer courts unions as he considers 2014

BILLINGS— Former Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer told a gathering of union leaders Friday that he has not decided on a possible run for U.S. Senate in 2014, but indicated he would need their support if he does.

The two-term governor is considering a bid to replace fellow Democrat U.S. Sen. Max Baucus, who is stepping down after six terms.

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Former Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer, left, speaks with union representatives at the Montana

AFL-CIO annual convention in Billings on Friday. Schweitzer, who was endorsed by the AFL-CIO during his two gubernatorial campaigns, is consideri...