GE Battle Over Boulwarism Tests Labor Contract Breakthrough
Washington reports a new bargaining test as General Electric and the International Union of Electrical Workers clash over a bold plan dubbed Boulwarism. GE uses steady pro company rhetoric and fixed offers to steer talks, while Carey led IVE resists, causing plant slowdowns and revolt at Schenectady. The fight raises questions on union loyalty, worker dues, and the future of management heavy bargaining across industry.