UAW and Automakers in Final Hours of Talks to Avoid Strike
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UAW President Shawn Fain and automakers convened Thursday at Solidarity House in Detroit for final hours of contract talks before 1159 p.m. deadline.
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Fain said if no deal is reached, a strike is likely with some plants walking out first in waves. He outlined strike plans in broadcast.
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Fain said automakers have rejected or not moved enough on key union demands like wages, pensions, plant closures. Progress made but still far apart.
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Automakers said they continue to bargain in good faith and have presented strong, increasingly generous offers. Still await counterproposals.
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UAW members are prepared for potential strike with shift schedules, volunteer commitments planned. Companies urge more bargaining before deadline.