The Steel Industry in Northwest Indiana has seen better days. The Steelworkers Union and Manufactures are still in the midst of contract negotiations. The price of steel has been decreasing, resulting in massive layoffs that have dealt a serious blow to the regions steel workforce. Congressman Pete Visclosky, who serves as Vice Chair of the Congressional Steel Caucus, spoke with Lakeshore Public Radio’s Dan Clark about the industry’s current problems as well as what is holding the once booming industry back.
The Congressman first shares his opinion on current trade negotiations between the Unions and Manufacturors.
