Chrysler fires protest organizer at Warren plant
Chrysler Group LLC has fired a Warren Stamping worker who helped organize a demonstration at the plant two weeks ago to protest a controversial new work schedule.
Alex Wassell, a 63-year-old welder repairman with nearly 20 years at the automaker, had been suspended without pay for making comments — quoted in The Detroit News — that Chrysler said violated the company's code of conduct.
Wassell said he has filed a grievance over his dismissal, but would not comment other than to say, "I'm still looking for an amicable settlement of the grievance between the union and the company."
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"It's simply wrong for Chrysler to take this type of retribution for a peaceful protest," said Jana Mathieu, director of the National Lawyers Guild's Michigan chapter. "We stand behind Alex Wassell, who was attempting to have a say in changes that are going to affect the quality of life for all employees."
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