A new poll from the Associated Press and NORC shows majority support for UAW members as they strike against the Big Three.
AP-NORC reports on its findings below:
“Many adults sympathize with the United Auto Workers who are striking against large automakers and a majority endorse their demand for higher pay. Half the public believes labor unions benefit U.S. workers generally, while a third think they help the overall U.S. economy. Opinions are divided over their impact on U.S. businesses.
The public leans towards trusting Democrats over Republicans on American workers’ issues. However, they are more inclined to disapprove than approve of both President Biden and Donald Trump’s handling of the labor dispute.
Few adults are more sympathetic to the automakers than the striking workers. Thirty-six percent sympathize with striking autoworkers, 26% are sympathetic toward both sides, and 27% sympathize with neither side. Only 9% sympathize more with the automakers. There is more support for the UAW from Democrats than Republicans or independents.


