Creative Approach With Desired Effect: Harris on UAW Strike Expansion

The transcript discusses the United Auto Workers' (UAW) innovative strike strategy, which involves bargaining with multiple automakers simultaneously. Sean Fain, the UAW president, aims for a high ratification percentage from union members. The union's demands extend beyond wages to include pensions and benefits. Political figures like President Biden show support for the workers, contrasting with former President Trump's stance. The transcript also touches on the ongoing Hollywood strike, highlighting the broader labor movement landscape.

What is the new strategy adopted by the UAW in their negotiations with automakers?

• Striking at all facilities

• Focusing only on wages

• Bargaining with all three companies simultaneously

• Bargaining with one company at a time

What percentage of membership ratification is Sean Fain aiming for in the contract?

• 70%

• 60-65%

• 55%

• 50%

What are some of the broader issues beyond wages that the UAW is negotiating for?

• More vacation days

• Pensions and retirement plans

• Flexible working hours

• Company shares

Why is President Biden's support significant in the UAW negotiations?

• He is a former UAW member

• He has a personal interest in the auto industry

• He is known as the most pro-union president

• He owns shares in the companies

What is the current status of the Hollywood writers' strike?

• It is not affecting the studios

• It has just started

• It is on the verge of becoming the longest strike

• It has been resolved

What is a common issue between the writers and actors in Hollywood strikes?

• Location of work

• Salary increments

• Working hours

• Shared negotiation issues

What is the potential impact of resolving the writers' strike on the actors' negotiations?

• It will delay the actors' negotiations

• It will have no impact

• It will make the actors' negotiations easier

• It will complicate the actors' negotiations