Our union does not resist change, so long as we can manage it in a way that does not threaten our members.
What we did here was based on relationships and commitments by Ford to its workforce and the long-term relationship with our union and the importance they place on us,
Every member of our union realizes it's not business as usual anymore.
This is not the richest settlement ... There will be moderate improvements in most areas. I think it is a responsible response by Ford Motor Co. in some of the most difficult times that we've faced as an industry, which means our union has to face it as well.
This is not the richest settlement. There will be moderate improvements in most areas. I think it is a responsible response by Ford Motor Co. in some of the most difficult times that we've faced as an industry which means our union has to face it as well.
It shows that even in tough bargaining, if the union and the company meet their responsibilities, a deal can be reached,