Political spotlight shines again on Marvin Windows

Warroad, Minn.-based Marvin Windows and Doors is again reaping a little free publicity, courtesy of the presidential election season. Mitt Romney visited the company's facility in the state of Virginia on Thursday. President Obama has publicly praised the company several times for not laying off employees during the recession. Company officials say they appreciate kind words from both candidates.

Author:: BMTN Staff
Publish date:: Nov 2, 2012

Warroad, Minn.-based Marvin Windows and Doors again finds itself thrust into presidential politics, KARE 11 reports.

Mitt Romney visited the company's facility in the state of Virginia on Thursday. President Obama has publicly praised the company several times for not laying off employees during the recession. The Marvin family has been supportive of Romney campaign. But company officials say they appreciate kind words from both candidates.

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