Ware for one, says he hopes the Obama administration focuses more of its energies on aiding the struggling dealerships. “I think while the administration has focused on the manufacturing side, I don’t think it’s given as much light to the entrepreneur side of this business, the dealer network,†he says. “These are people that created a lot of jobs, are vital in their respective communities and they have been part of what is the true economic engine of any country and that’s small business.â€
Ware is keeping optimistic however. He says the industry will turn around and will have a smaller, stronger dealer network. “From a faith perspective, I try not to make things I can’t control worry me. I’ve devoted a life to this business but it’s not my life,†he says. “Yes, I’m nervous about the future of GM and Southaven Pontiac, but it’s hard to focus on being angry when I still have a business and a community.â€