"And I think just about everyone on this board wants GM and Ford to survive and continue to manufacture in the U.S. of A."
I'll have to disagree with you on that one. I've seen posts by more than a few here who would love to see Ford and GM close down US operations and open in China.
Oh, there are some Al Dunlap wannabees here I'm sure, but most of those expressing support for the cuts just want to see Ford/GM turned around. I still don't get the idea of a job bank.