Volkswagen Workers in Chattanooga to Decide on Union Representation
Tuesday, 26 March 2024, 01:08
The Vote for Union Representation
Volkswagen workers at the Chattanooga, Tenn., plant will hold a union election between April 17 and 19, United Auto Workers announced on Monday.
The Potential Impact
The landmark vote could make the VW facility the UAW’s first major win since a strike led to a new contract for “Big Three” workers last year, as the union eyes expansion in the South.
Workers’ Perspective
- The workers filed for an election with the National Labor Relations Board last week.
- We’re voting yes to win a better life for ourselves and our families,” VW worker Isaac Meadows said in a statement.
- Over 10,000 nonunion workers have signed union cards at factories nationwide in recent months, the UAW said, part of its expansion plans.
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