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...The UAW is not convinced that GM can simply shrink its way out of its current problems. What’s needed is an intense focus on rebuilding GM’s U.S. market share, and the way to get there is by offering the right product mix of vehicles with world-class design and quality...
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Thanks for the information, Perian.
I suppose Shoemaker is entitled to his opinion, and whether or not I agree with it, this statement suggests to me one of the UAW's problems: it thinks it should dictate business strategy at GM. I find something wrong about that. It's a union that I thought was supposed to represent the longterm interests of its members and negotiate a contract that reflects that mission. When it starts to suggest strategy - and feel entitled to enforcing that strategy - is when they extend beyond their purview the scope of their influence.
Thanks for the thoughts, Rich... Moving right along.
Incidentally, I think if the loss of 25,000 jobs extends beyond certain types of attrition - retirement, death, quitting - then I feel badly for the people who lose their jobs. That can't be good. I have to say that with the plan to roll the employee reductions over 3.5 years indicates that Shoemaker may be correct.