UAW Strike: Boosting Union Workers' Cause - Democrats lend their support

Democrats show strong support for UAW workers as they go on strike against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis.

Democrats are rallying behind UAW workers as they embark on a historic strike, showing support from both establishment figures and progressives. Around 13,000 UAW auto workers across Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio began striking after contract negotiations reached a stalemate, marking the first work stoppage involving all three major automakers. Democratic Senator John Fetterman, a staunch progressive, expressed his support for the striking workers, criticizing the CEOs of the "Big Three" automakers for claiming they cannot afford to pay their workers while making millions themselves. Other prominent Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, also defended the union and called for a fair agreement. Senators Cory Booker and Catherine Cortez Masto shared personal stories of family members' experiences on assembly lines to promote solidarity. Some lawmakers even joined the picket lines outside factories. President Joe Biden, a longtime union advocate, acknowledged the workers' frustrations and urged automakers to recognize their contributions. This strike, which strategically targets one major plant at each automaker, could potentially last longer than previous strikes and give the union more leverage. Despite the potential economic consequences, Democrats are standing firmly in support of the UAW workers.

Share With Others