Staff Reports
President Joe Biden has weighed in on contract talks at the Big Three automakers, and surprise surprise, he’s taken the side of the unions. In a statement, Biden called for the companies to forge a “fair agreement” with the United Auto Workers. It’s no secret that Biden is a vocal union supporter, and he’s using his position to push his green energy agenda.
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— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) August 14, 2023
Biden wants the auto companies to transition to a clean energy economy, which sounds great in theory, but what about the hardworking Americans who rely on manufacturing jobs? The push for electric vehicles could lead to fewer jobs for the union members in Detroit. But of course, Biden doesn’t seem to care about that. He’s more concerned with reducing vehicle emissions and making sure America leads the way in green technology.
Former President Donald Trump, on the other hand, has tried to step in and fight for the manufacturing jobs that Biden is willing to sacrifice. Trump knows that a strong manufacturing industry is essential for a thriving economy, and he’s not afraid to say it. He even made a video aimed at the UAW, urging them to endorse him because he would grow their business. Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that the UAW will listen, as their president has already said another Trump presidency would be a disaster.
Biden’s statement may talk about honoring the right to organize and retraining workers, but it’s clear that his main priority is pushing his clean energy agenda. He wants the auto companies to offer good paying jobs and a say in the future of the industry, but at what cost? It seems like he’s willing to sacrifice jobs and the middle class in order to achieve his green dreams. And let’s not forget that this week marks the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act, which includes a $7,500 tax credit for American-made EVs. It’s just another example of how Biden is using the government to pick winners and losers in the economy.
In the end, the UAW deserves a fair contract that supports the middle class, but it shouldn’t come at the expense of American jobs and economic growth. Biden needs to prioritize the well-being of hardworking Americans over his green energy agenda. It’s time for him to listen to the voices of those who will be most affected by his policies and stop pandering to the unions.
