The reason the auto industry is such a mess is the outrageous union contracts that the automakers are burdened with.
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Fallacy Type: False Cause (also known as Post hoc ergo propter hoc)
Why it is this fallacy type: This statement commits the false cause fallacy by incorrectly assuming that the union contracts are the exclusive reason for the auto industry's difficulties. It implies that the sole cause of the mess in the auto industry is the union contracts, without considering other complex factors that contribute to the situation. It oversimplifies the issue by attributing it to a single cause without sufficient evidence or logical reasoning.
Resource that describes this fallacy type: You can refer to sources such as logical fallacies books or websites, which provide comprehensive lists of fallacies and their explanations. Some examples of these resources include "The Fallacy Detective" by Nathaniel Bluedorn and Hans Bluedorn, as well as websites like yourlogicalfallacyis.com or the Nizkor Project's Fallacy Files. These resources can help you understand different types of fallacies and how to recognize them in arguments.