Statement of U.S. Senator Russ Feingold On General Motors - Janesville November 21, 2005 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Russ Feingold released the following statement today after news that the General Motors plant in Janesville will not be closed as part of GM’s “Major Capacity Turnaround Plan.” "General Motors has been an integral part of my hometown of Janesville for generations -- my grandfather, Max Feingold, bought the first truck off the assembly line in Janesville some 86 years ago. While my heart goes out to the workers and communities who will be hit hard by today’s announcement, I am pleased that GM Janesville will not be affected. As long as GM Janesville remains open, Janesville’s dedicated workforce, combined with the support of the city and the surrounding communities, will ensure that high quality GM products will continue to be manufactured in Wisconsin. I will continue to work with GM officials, UAW members, elected officials, and others to do everything I can to always keep a strong GM presence in Janesville." Feingold has long been involved in fighting to maintain GM’s presence in Janesville. Most recently he was joined by Senator Kohl and Congressman Ryan in June in urging the Chairman and CEO of General Motors, G. Richard Wagoner, Jr., to continue to keep GM Janesville open.

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