Chamber Statement on Ongoing Strike Tensions, Economic Impact
October 24, 2023
“UAW leadership has made it clear – in their own words – that their priority is not to come to a collaborative resolution, but rather to inflict ‘recurring reputations damage and operational chaos.’ They are certainly succeeding in that goal. Beyond damaging the very companies their membership relies upon for jobs today and tomorrow, this strike is damaging Michigan’s economy – from dealers, auto repair shops, restaurants, and a slew of other businesses. When Fain says, ‘I want to be crystal clear … the days of the UAW and Ford being a team to fight other [foreign] companies are over,’ believe him. This is about fighting, not finances.”
– Sandy K. Baruah, President and Chief Executive Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber