Detroit Solidarity Shines As Striking Workers Seek Support Ahead Of Winter

By Andres Gutierrez, CBS Detroit

November 7, 2023

(CBS DETROIT) – With the contract ratification process underway at the Big Three, there are still two big strikes happening in Detroit demanding economic justice. But with winter quickly approaching, there's a need on the picket lines outside the headquarters of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) and at Detroit's casinos.

In an act of solidary, striking workers gathered at "Strike City" in Greektown to launch a donation drive on Monday.

"We're asking you to come out and donate whatever you can. Help our strikers out because as much as we're out here, they're out here trying to do the best they can for their families," a union leader said.

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