When we had transferees from Lynch and Hamtramck to Belvidere, they were amazed that this was a Chrysler Auto plant. No muggings, no prostitutes, very little smoking and drinking (comparatively).

They thought they had died and gone to Heaven. When chances came to return to the City plants, most declined.

Belvidere to Hamtramck/Lynch Rd. approx. 300 miles. I mean LIGHT YEARS. Older GM plants, same deal.

But I will always believe that the vast majority of Auto workers tried to build the best car that management would allow.