Montgomery, AL – Governors from six states, including Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama, Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia, Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi, Governor Henry McMaster of South Carolina, Governor Bill Lee of Tennessee, and Governor Greg Abbott of Texas, have issued a joint statement expressing their concerns regarding a unionization campaign spearheaded by the United Automobile Workers (UAW).
The statement highlights the governors’ collective worry about what they perceive as misinformation and scare tactics employed by the UAW in their unionization efforts within their respective states. They assert that their duty as governors is to protect their constituents and their jobs from external threats.
According to the joint statement, the governors argue that unionization could jeopardize the jobs that their states have worked hard to attract, particularly within the automotive manufacturing industry. They suggest that companies have the freedom to choose where to invest and create job opportunities, and they have endeavored to foster a favorable environment for such investments. They raise concerns about the potential negative impact of unionization, citing recent layoffs announced by UAW-affiliated automakers as evidence.
The governors express a belief that a direct relationship between employees and employers fosters a more positive working environment, allowing workers to advocate for themselves without external influence. They question the UAW’s ability to represent their states’ values, citing the organization’s political affiliations and ideological stance.
Furthermore, the joint statement underscores the governors’ commitment to maintaining and growing the American auto manufacturing sector within their states. They caution that a successful unionization drive could impede this growth and harm American workers.
It’s important to note that the joint statement represents the perspective of the six governors involved and reflects their concerns regarding the potential implications of unionization campaigns within their states. The statement does not represent an official stance from any government body or regulatory authority.
As with any contentious issue, there may be differing viewpoints on the matter, and it remains to be seen how the unionization efforts will unfold and what impact they may have on the automotive manufacturing industry in the states involved.
