United Auto Workers members approved a new contract with Deere & Co. Wednesday, ending a strike of the agriculture and construction machine maker.
Author: Tyler Jett, Des Moines Register
United Auto Workers members reject second John Deere contract proposal, strike continues
Members across Iowa, Illinois and Kansas voted against the proposal, 55%-45%, continuing the strike against John Deere that began Oct. 14.
John Deere union employees will continue to receive health insurance and bonuses after strike
“We are taking these steps to demonstrate our commitment to doing what’s right by our employees,” John Deere spokesperson Jennifer Hartmann said.
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