“the competition works for a pittance or in some cases”
Really? Then explain why non-union shops here in the U.S. have comparatively better pay than unionized shops?
Oh thats right, it’s because workers are not shelling out thousands of dollars per year in dues going to corrupt unions.
Funny that you mention Mexico trying to keep American made cars out, since their Federal Police and other local police,fire, EMS agencies still equip themselves with American made cars and trucks.
It’s not funny; they are attempting it. Not that most Mexicans can afford cars anyway. NAFTA goes one way for sure. As for non-union shops. This is not true. Unless they work for Toyota (who has been matching the big three), they make crap money. I know several people who work in manufacturing -non-union. They don’t make good money and have to pay for their own benefits. Also, one of the companies is making noises about moving the plant overseas...even low American wages are higher than in China or India.
The only reason pay is competitive is that this was the going wage-not true anymore. As American companies (non-union) drop wages so will other Foreign companies. Non-unionized American companies already pay less.