In Detroit, there are what’s called the Big 3 manufacturers: General Motors, Ford and Chrysler. These companies represent America at its heart and at its finest. The history of car manufacturing has been very rich in America, and the automotive industry employs a lot of people. Sign of the Times: General Motors Lays Off More Than 1,000 PeopleIn a move that mirrors a lot of what’s happening in corporate America, General Motors is doing some downsizing to optimize its revenue. GM is laying off more than 1,000 salaried employees in its software and services division following a review to streamli…