Residents say a proposed Chinese car plant in northern Spain will create new jobs. Others say it’s a long-term risk, distilling a debate about the costs and perks of ties to China.

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China’s exports grew last month at the fastest pace in almost any month since the end of the global financial crisis.

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The United Auto Workers has grown under Mr. Fain, who has also drawn scrutiny from federal prosecutors.

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