UAW rally in Bowling Green in solidarity with striking workers across the US

BOWLING GREEN Ky. – Members of the UAW Local 2164 held a rally today to stand in solidarity with their brothers and sisters on strike across the United States.

Although the General Motors Plant in Bowling Green is not currently striking, Brian Ferrett, president of the 2164, thinks it is good for the morale of the workers.

“It’s just a waiting game. And, you know, we’re trying to keep them engaged by having things like this,” Ferrett said.

In general, local union members here in Warren County want to do their part, even if that means continuing to work, to support their friends and colleges however they can. Joel Battisti, a paint department team leader at the GM plant, enjoys seeing the turn out at the rally.

“I’m one of the senior employees, and it feels real good that you see the younger union members coming out here showing solidarity,” Battisti said.

When asked if he had anything to say to striking UAW Battisti replied, “Hold the line.”