Flint Auto Plants Could Be Target of Costly UAW Strike Against GM

Flint has played a critical role in past UAW strikes against GM, including the 54-day walkout in 1998 and the historic Sit-Down Strike in 1936-37.
Flint Assembly, which builds profitable trucks, and Flint Metal Center are potential strike targets that could disrupt GM operations.
The stakes are high this year with union demands focused on pay increases, pensions, and reversing concessions.
A strike could be costly for automakers, resulting in production shutdowns and lost market share.
A new UAW president may take a more aggressive stance in bargaining despite risks of an economic hit for Michigan.

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Posted 9/11/2023, 11:30:00 AM