UAW Threatens Strike Against Big Three Automakers as Contract Negotiations Begin
New York – The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has declared its preparedness to strike against the Big Three US automakers as contract negotiations are set to begin on Thursday. UAW President Shawn Fain announced in a Facebook address to UAW members on Tuesday that nearly 150,000 members will strike if Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors do not meet their demands.
Fain emphasized that the Big Three automakers are the union’s strike target, and whether or not there will be a strike depends on the automakers’ response to their priorities. The contracts between the UAW and the Big Three are set to expire on September 14, with negotiations scheduled with Stellantis on Thursday, Ford on Friday, and General Motors on Tuesday.
“If the Big Three don’t give us our fair share, then they’re choosing to strike themselves, and we’re not afraid to take action,” warned Fain.
In an op-ed last month, Ford CEO Jim Farley expressed the need for adaptation, including job losses and gains, for success. He emphasized that the upcoming negotiations should focus on collaboration and creative ideas rather than concessions and confrontation.
Stellantis stated its commitment to preserving good wages and benefits for workers while remaining competitive in the global marketplace. The company emphasized the need for open-mindedness and a willingness to find solutions that result in a competitive contract, a path to the middle class for employees, and meeting the needs of customers.
Gerald Johnson, GM executive vice president of global manufacturing, labor relations, and sustainability, expressed the desire to reach an agreement that positions the GM team, facilities, and business for success.
In a break with tradition, Fain announced that he and other union leadership will not have a
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UAW Threatens Strike Against Big Three Automakers as Contract Negotiations Begin
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has warned that it is prepared to initiate a strike against the Big Three US automakers – Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors – as contract negotiations are set to commence on Thursday. UAW President Shawn Fain addressed UAW members via Facebook on Tuesday, stating that nearly 150,000 members are ready to strike if their demands are not met.
Fain made it clear that the Big Three automakers are the union’s primary target for a strike, and whether or not the strike takes place will depend on the automakers’ response to the union’s priorities. The current contracts between the UAW and the Big Three are set to expire on September 14, with negotiations scheduled with Stellantis on Thursday, Ford on Friday, and General Motors on Tuesday.
“If the Big Three fail to give us our fair share, then they are essentially choosing to strike themselves, and we are not afraid to take action,” warned Fain.
In a recent op-ed, Ford CEO Jim Farley acknowledged the need for adaptation, including potential job losses and gains, in order for the company to succeed. He stressed the importance of collaboration and innovative ideas during the upcoming negotiations, rather than focusing on concessions and conflict.
Stellantis has stated its commitment to maintaining competitive wages and benefits for workers while also ensuring its competitiveness in the global market. The company highlighted the need for open-mindedness and a willingness to find mutually beneficial solutions that result in a competitive contract, provide a path to the middle class for employees, and meet the needs of customers.
Gerald Johnson, GM executive vice president of global manufacturing, labor relations, and sustainability, expressed the company’s desire to reach an agreement that positions the GM team, facilities, and business for success.
In a departure from tradition, Fain announced that he and other union leaders will not be participating in a physical handshake ceremony with the automakers during the negotiation process.
