Vice President Joe Biden shakes hands with Costco CEO Craig Jelinek, right, as co-founder Jim Sinegal watches at center, after Biden arrived to shop at the new Costco store in Washington, Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012. Biden went shopping for presents and to highlight the importance of renewing middle-class tax cuts so families and businesses have more certainty at this critical time for our economy. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Vice President Joseph R. Biden visited Costco CEO Craig Jelinek (right) and co-founder Jim Sinegal when the retailer opened a store in the District in 2012. Costco is seen as a political company, often praised by President Obama and his administration, and the effect on employees is uncertain. (Associated Press)
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