Autoworkers slam the brakes
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Struggles in the Motor City
This chapter explores the evolving identity of Detroit as an auto industry hub, highlighting the ongoing struggles of auto workers amidst a changing economic landscape. It addresses the tensions between workers' demands for fair wages and the soaring profits of major automobile manufacturers, while also examining past strikes and the impacts of non-union competitors. With a focus on current contract negotiations and the future of electric vehicle production, the chapter underscores the critical labor rights issues facing workers today.
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