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UAW members are leading the fight for economic justice. This UAW account is administered by union members represented by the NewsGuild-CWA 34022. https://linktr.ee/uawunion

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

Facing auto tariffs and pressure from UAW members, Stellantis has made a major announcement about future product!

Watch as UAW Stellantis Department Director Kevin Gotinsky and President Shawn Fain share this historic investment news:

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Major Product Update from UAW Stellantis Department

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UAW @uaw.org · 2h

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UAW Endorses Graham Platner for U.S. Senate in Maine - UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America

The United Auto Workers have endorsed Graham Platner for the United States Senate in Maine.

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UAW @uaw.org · 2h

“Graham directly addresses the hard issues in a straightforward and relatable way. He is clear about his principles and his plan to achieve positive outcomes for the working people of Maine. We're excited to endorse Graham Platner for Senate and look forward to seeing him in DC.”

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“I think he's the real deal,” said Trent Vellela, president of the UAW’s Maine CAP Council from Bath Marine Draftsmen’s Association (BMDA-UAW Local 3999 ).

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"Our members are ready to hit the ground running with Graham’s campaign and take back the power for Maine’s working class.”

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"More importantly, he is building a mass movement that will not only power his campaign but will be ready to take on the challenges facing working families in Maine and across the country once in office.

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@uawregion9a.bsky.social Director Brandon Mancilla added, “Graham Platner has emerged as a voice for the people of Maine fed up with the corrupting influence of the oligarchy and money in our politics.

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"His campaign is rooted in the same core issues our union fights for every day: a living wage, affordable health care, retirement security, and time outside of work to actually live our lives. The UAW is proud to endorse candidates like Platner taking on the broken status quo.”

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"At a time when too many politicians take their cues from billionaires and corporate lobbyists, he has chosen to stand with the working class. He’s focused on the real problems facing workers across this country — not the distractions the billionaire class uses to divide us.

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“Inequality is out of control in our country. Today, the top 1% have more wealth than the bottom 95% of humanity combined," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "Graham Platner understands this.

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Together, these members are part of a growing movement of working-class people demanding an economy that works for everyone — not just the wealthy few — and standing behind candidates who fight for dignity, fairness, and justice for all workers.

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The UAW represents nearly 2,000 workers in Maine, including marine draftsmen at Bath Iron Works, nonprofit employees, workers at the Portland Museum of Art, and graduate employees across the University of Maine System.

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His campaign is grounded in rebuilding the American dream for working people who can no longer afford a good life. His service and his background give him the leadership needed to fight for policies that put the needs of workers first and demand bold solutions to our economic and political crises.

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UAW @uaw.org · 2h

🧵 The United Auto Workers have endorsed Graham Platner for the United States Senate in Maine.

As a U.S. military veteran, oyster farmer, and proud lifelong Mainer, @grahamformaine.bsky.social is a true fighter for the working class.

Photo of Graham Platner, candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine. Photo courtesy of grahamformaine.com.

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

Major Product Update from UAW Stellantis Department

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After UAW Pressure and Auto Tariffs, Stellantis Commits Billions to Domestic Plants - UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America

In a major victory for UAW members, Stellantis has announced a historic investment in U.S. manufacturing.

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

This is how we ensure today’s gains become tomorrow’s standard—not just for autoworkers, but for all working-class people.

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Ending offshoring and rebuilding the auto industry also means policies that help the entire working class: a strong National Labor Relations Board, secure retirements through Social Security, guaranteed health care through Medicare and Medicaid, and dignity on and off the job.

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Meanwhile, factories in countries like Mexico have opened, offering jobs with low wages and terrible working conditions, hallmarks of our exploitative trade system.

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The Big Three have closed or spun off 65 facilities in the past 20 years. More than 2 million vehicles a year have disappeared from American production lines over the last decade.

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— Strengthens enforceable labor rights for all workers. We can’t let corporations pit us against each other.

— Guarantees equal pay for equal work across borders. Corporations should not be able to use trade to cause a race to the bottom.

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

As part of that fight, the UAW is demanding a new worker-first trade deal that:

— Prioritizes job security: companies need to make it here if they want to sell it here.

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Moving forward, the UAW is focused on the upcoming renegotiation of the USMCA, to permanently end the unfair trade practices that allowed automakers to offshore U.S. jobs, slash wages, and shutter dozens of once-thriving plants.

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

The announcement follows approximately $5 billion in new U.S. investment announced by General Motors earlier this year.

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"This new investment will be a game-changer for UAW members. Instead of worrying about looming layoffs, we can support our families and build the quality products that we take pride in.”

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UAW @uaw.org · 15h

"We’ve been making progress getting our members back to work, with indefinite layoffs coming down from a high of 3,228 in February to just over 1,700 this month" said the Director of the UAW Stellantis Department, Kevin Gotinsky.

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