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Gearing up for the long haul at GM

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GM and the CAW appear to be far from resolving the issue of outsourcing, and tightening supplies of GM cars are causing prices to rise. A prolonged strike will eventually affect service and parts distribution. GM prepared for a protracted strike by stockpiling parts and increasing production.

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Showdown at GM

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The Canadian Auto Workers are striking GM plants in Canada to protest shifting of parts production to outside contractors. GM is Canada's largest private-sector employer. A complete shutdown of its operations in Ontario and Quebec could affect the national economy.

Canada

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Why the CAW is wrong

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The CAW is ignoring the economic realities of global competition that are driving GM to outsource jobs to lower-cost suppliers. In the global economy, job security only comes from being able to adapt to changes in the economic status quo.

Economic aspects, Column, Outsourcing

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