After 2019 fight to keep UAW out, VW now neutral

UAW President Shawn Fain, in faded red hoodie, center, near front, visited Chattanooga in February. The UAW filed unfair labor practice charges against VW last year. (UAW)

April 14, 2024 05:00 PM

CHATTANOOGA — One major difference between the UAW's latest attempt to organize Volkswagen's assembly plant here and the last failed election in 2019, workers say, is the automaker's decision to remain neutral this time.

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