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In response to an expanding corruption scandal, failed organization attempts at Southern car assembly plants, and a declining number of manufacturing jobs, the UAW is choosing a new leadership team to revamp its image. The union has been trying to highlight achievements made under the leadership of current president Dennis Williams, who recovered their financial standing, increased membership over the past seven years, and passed the first dues increase approved by members in decades. Roughly 40% of UAW members now come from outside the auto industry. Williams will soon retire on his 65th birthday, and local union members from across the country will meet this week to choose a new generation of union leaders to guide them through current difficulties.