Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of nearly 150,000 United Auto Workers, including 3,000 members in western New York at the Ford Stamping Plant and General Motors plants in Tonawanda and Lockport. Autoworkers have historically weathered the storm to support the automotive industry, through the Great Recession and economic hardship. Now, during a time when companies are experiencing record profits, the people delivering the goods deserve a contract that recognizes the critical role they play in that success. UAW members will be an important part of the next generation of manufacturing, making electric vehicles more accessible and readily available. As the September 14 deadline approaches, negotiators must come to the table with a contract that includes competitive wages and rewards quality work. I ask my colleagues to join me in solidarity with the UAW as they negotiate a secure future for the workers driving success in the automotive industry today. ____________________”