Gov. Gregoire�s statement on the International Association of Machinists vote

For Immediate Release: September 3, 2008

OLYMPIA � Gov. Chris Gregoire issued the following statement regarding today�s vote by the International Association of Machinists (IAM):

�I know that we all had hoped that Boeing and the IAM could have reached a contract agreement acceptable to both parties. From recent conversations with management and labor representatives I know that both sides worked hard to find a resolution so they can continue to manufacture the best airplanes in the world. That�s why I am pleased that the parties have chosen to return to the table so that a speedy resolution can be found that is good for Boeing and the IAM.�