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UAW and Unifor workers protest GM plant closings

Todd McInturf
The Detroit News
UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant electrician Paul Meszaros, of Dearborn, says, 'We'll work for heat right now," as he joins others at a candlelight vigil at Hart Plaza, Friday evening, January 18, 2019. UAW and Canadian Unifor workers protest the projected closings of GM plants.
UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant electrician Paul Meszaros, of Dearborn, says, 'We'll work for heat right now," as he joins others at a candlelight vigil at Hart Plaza, Friday evening, January 18, 2019. UAW and Canadian Unifor workers protest the projected closings of GM plants.
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Retired UAW Local 600 Ford plant worker Judy Wraight, left, of Dearborn, supports protesters at the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
Retired UAW Local 600 Ford plant worker Judy Wraight, left, of Dearborn, supports protesters at the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
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Unifor Local 222 Oshawa, Ontario, Canada plant worker Ron Van De Walker, of Oshawa, joins U.S. UAW workers as he and several co-workers made the 4.5 hour drive from Canada to participate in the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
Unifor Local 222 Oshawa, Ontario, Canada plant worker Ron Van De Walker, of Oshawa, joins U.S. UAW workers as he and several co-workers made the 4.5 hour drive from Canada to participate in the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
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Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, II addresses protesters at Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, II addresses protesters at Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
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Several hundred UAW workers, directors and supporters attend the candlelight vigil at Hart Plaza.
Several hundred UAW workers, directors and supporters attend the candlelight vigil at Hart Plaza.
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Frank Stuglin, UAW Region 1 Director, addresses protesters at the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
Frank Stuglin, UAW Region 1 Director, addresses protesters at the Hart Plaza candlelight vigil.
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Mike Plater, Plant Chairperson, UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant holds an electronic candle before he addresses supporters.
Mike Plater, Plant Chairperson, UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant holds an electronic candle before he addresses supporters.
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Rich Rankin, UAW Region 2B Director, was investigated for sexual harassment in his interactions with a union local that represents registered nurses in Toledo.
Rich Rankin, UAW Region 2B Director, was investigated for sexual harassment in his interactions with a union local that represents registered nurses in Toledo.
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Celso Duque, President, UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant, addresses protesters at Hart Plaza in the shadow of GM RenCen World Headquarters.
Celso Duque, President, UAW Local 22, Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant, addresses protesters at Hart Plaza in the shadow of GM RenCen World Headquarters.
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State of Michigan Rep. Darrin Camilleri (D-23rd District) addresses protesters at Hart Plaza.
State of Michigan Rep. Darrin Camilleri (D-23rd District) addresses protesters at Hart Plaza.
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Supporters Ernestine Howse, left, and Alberta Tinsley-Talabi, right, cheer during the protest at Hart Plaza. Tinsley-Talabi is a former Detroit City Council member, Wayne County Commissioner and Michigan State Representative.
Supporters Ernestine Howse, left, and Alberta Tinsley-Talabi, right, cheer during the protest at Hart Plaza. Tinsley-Talabi is a former Detroit City Council member, Wayne County Commissioner and Michigan State Representative.
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Musicians play band instruments during the march in front of Cobo Center.
Musicians play band instruments during the march in front of Cobo Center.
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A Detroit police officer directs protesters to turn left as he and fellow officers keep the entrance of Cobo Center clear for charity preview attendees to enter.
A Detroit police officer directs protesters to turn left as he and fellow officers keep the entrance of Cobo Center clear for charity preview attendees to enter.
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Detroit police officers direct protesters to turn left as they form a barrier to keep the entrance of Cobo Center clear for charity preview attendees to enter.
Detroit police officers direct protesters to turn left as they form a barrier to keep the entrance of Cobo Center clear for charity preview attendees to enter.
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Several Detroit Police Tactical Services Section vehicles form a barrier, keeping protesters away from the front entrance to Cobo Center.
Several Detroit Police Tactical Services Section vehicles form a barrier, keeping protesters away from the front entrance to Cobo Center.
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U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit), joins protesters in front of Cobo Center.
U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit), joins protesters in front of Cobo Center.
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A Detroit police officers makes sure protesters stay on the sidewalk during their march.
A Detroit police officers makes sure protesters stay on the sidewalk during their march.
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U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit), becomes emotional as protesters chant her name as she talks to them in front of Cobo Center.
U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit), becomes emotional as protesters chant her name as she talks to them in front of Cobo Center.
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