Workers walked off their jobs early on Sept. 16, paralyzing production at about 30 manufacturing sites in nine states, including Indiana.

The strike has now run longer than the unions last strike in 2007 and an Indiana economist believes it could have long-term effects for the states economy.

Dozens of union members waved signs during their four-hour shift on the picket line as cars drive by and honk outside Indianas largest GM facility.