This year, for Black History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making Black history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Aaron Walker of the United Auto Workers (UAW).
Aaron Walker graduated as his Flint, Michigan, high school's valedictorian before becoming the fourth generation from his family to be a member of the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW). He currently works full time as a hi-lo driver for the Lear Corp. while continuing his educational pursuits at the University of Michigan where he maintains a 3.5 GPA.