When it comes to union organizing at an auto plant, the tension is typically between the workers and the management. But not at Volkswagen. The United Auto Workers is attempting to finally unionize its first foreign-owned plant in the South. And so far, Republican officials are the ones trying to stand in the way.
Corker Stands By ‘Surgical, Proportional’ Strike In Syria
Tennessee Senator Bob Corker says he remains supportive of what he calls “surgical, proportional military strikes” in Syria.
Corker: U.S. Military Might Do Better Training Syrian Rebels
With new video footage of a purported chemical attack in Syria, Tennessee Senator Bob Corker says the U.S. needs to “step it up.” The top Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee is calling for a swifter arming of moderate Syrian rebels and possibly sending conventional forces to assist with training.
Commerce Secretary: Music Industry Sets Nashville Apart
The newly confirmed head of the U.S. Commerce Department says the music industry is what makes Nashville stand out. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker is touring the country and made a stop in Nashville Wednesday.
President Adopts Corker/Warner Plan To Wind Down Fannie And Freddie
Sen. Bob Corker’s plan to wind down Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac picked up a presidential endorsement Tuesday. The Tennessee Republican has been working for more than a year with a Democrat Mark Warner of Virginia on a way to end the mortgage giants.
Corker Takes Veiled Jab At Tea Party Senators
Republican Senator Bob Corker says Tennesseans should be leery of some of his colleagues considering runs for president.
Sen. Corker: Good Call On Arming Syrian Rebels, But Vet First
Tennessee Senator Bob Corker says he supports President Obama’s decision to arm moderate rebel groups in Syria. It’s an idea the senator has warmed up to only recently. The White House announced yesterday that the US would provide direct support to the opposition, saying there’s confirmation that the Syrian government has chemical weapons.
TN Chamber, Farm Bureau: We Need Immigrants Who Can Stay
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Farm Bureau stood side-by-side with immigrant advocates Thursday to ask the U.S. Senate to pass immigration reform being considered this week. The organizations say they need the workers.
Corker Says He’s A Concerned Verizon Customer
Tennessee Senator Bob Corker says he’s a Verizon customer, and he’s not so sure he wants the National Security Agency keeping tabs on his call history.
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