VW Workers Go on Temporary Strike

The transcript discusses the ongoing strikes by Volkswagen workers in Germany, highlighting the union's dissatisfaction with the company's plans for job cuts, pay freezes, and factory closures. These strikes are described as tactical warning strikes, similar to those seen in the U.S. with the UAW. The timing of these strikes is crucial as they coincide with the German election campaign, creating tension between corporate interests and workers seeking government concessions.

What event in 2018 is referenced as a significant action by Volkswagen workers?

• A major product launch

• A large-scale strike

• A new factory opening

• A merger with another company

What type of strikes are Volkswagen workers currently engaging in?

• Full-scale strikes

• Tactical warning strikes

• Sit-in protests

• Online campaigns

Which U.S. labor union's strikes are compared to the current Volkswagen strikes?

• Teamsters

• AFL-CIO

• UAW

• SEIU

What are some of the measures Volkswagen is considering that have led to worker unrest?

• Expanding into new markets

• Hiring more workers

• Closing factories and pay cuts

• Increasing production hours

What political event is influencing the tension between Volkswagen and its workers?

• A change in leadership

• A global economic summit

• A new trade agreement

• An upcoming election