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To: XoFruitCake who wrote (165147)11/19/2008 9:23:50 AM
From: Jim McMannisRead Replies (1) | Respond to of 306849
 
The key is whether they can dissolve the Unions without going bankrupt. Otherwise. It's the way to go. GM actually makes money in other countries.

As for quality. No question the big three can make better quality cars. The problem they have now is the quality is sacrificed because high labor and legacy costs preclude it.



To: XoFruitCake who wrote (165147)11/19/2008 9:23:50 AM
From: Jim McMannisRespond to of 306849
 
dup



To: XoFruitCake who wrote (165147)11/19/2008 12:02:04 PM
From: John KoligmanRespond to of 306849
 
Ackerman of NY just had the best opening line in the auto hearings going on at this time. He said:

"There is a delicious irony in seeing guys fly into Washington on private jets - with tin cups in their hands"...

Regards,
John