UAW files petition to hold a new election at Mercedes plant
New UAW Vote at Mercedes: Fair Play or Foul?
The United Auto Workers (UAW) has filed for a new election at a Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama after a previous vote saw 56% of workers reject union membership. The UAW accuses Mercedes of anti-union tactics, including firing pro-union employees. This move follows a successful unionization at a Volkswagen plant in Tennessee and is part of broader UAW efforts to unionize major auto manufacturers like Tesla and Toyota. Mercedes has stated its intention to cooperate with the National Labor Relations Board during this process.
What specific reasons did the UAW cite for requesting a new election at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama?
The United Auto Workers (UAW) requested a new election at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama, citing a "relentless anti-union campaign" by the company. In their petition filed with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the UAW alleged that Mercedes-Benz engaged in union-busting tactics, fired employees who were pro-union, and held regular anti-union meetings. These actions, according to the UAW, influenced the outcome of the previous election and warrant a new one to ensure a fair representation of the workers' choice.
How many workers at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, voted against joining the UAW in the recent election?
In the recent union election at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 56 percent of the workers voted against joining the United Auto Workers (UAW). The total number of votes cast was approximately 4,687, which means that about 2,625 workers voted against UAW membership.