Re: 5 myths about US manufacturing

Posted by AG in IN on November 10, 2013 at 11:32:56 from (67.236.101.16):

In Reply to: 5 myths about US manufacturing posted by Sprint 6 on November 09, 2013 at 05:38:05:

George Marsh said: (quoted from post at 05:50:36 11/10/13) Edd, I find it even more interesting that people complain about jobs leaving this country, yet they won't buy things made here. You are right about focus, some just want to rant. End of my rant. George

Many US-made products are now beyond the price range of the wallets of those still working in this country, and are well beyond those who aren't. China purposfully manipulates it's currency to make it a top prospect for cheaply building items for export to the world. They want to play ball with the world, but rewrite the rules during the game constantly. We'll never end up on top or even be partners when dealing with China. China's export stranglehold may eventually explode, but it's going to be wonderful for them as long as it lasts.

As far as the focus part, the link you posted is not the greatest piece of journalism. An incomplete story, or the side of the story someone wants you to read is being told. When bypassing certain realities, (especially about Red Wing's worldwide business), many other questions come to mind, to which this article gives no answers to. I feel that makes this article sloppy or incomplete at best.

When someone buys boots they feel are of subpar quality, are poor fitting or wearing, or overpriced for what they actually get from a company that the article mentions makes "the world's finest work boots", that's bound to stir the pot. When people see "China" when they are looking for "USA", that'll stir it as well. Others seem to feel they get as good as or better quality, better service, or more bang for their buck elsewhere. I don't think people that disagree with opinion presented as facts in the article you linked shows a lack of focus. It shows people actually read it.

Also, from the article: "Some 54 percent of U.S. companies manufacturing overseas are considering returning production to the United States, according to BCG. A year ago the figure was 37 percent." How many of that 37% figure from a year ago followed through and returned (any) production to the US? Without that information, the 54% figure means nothing to me. Thoughts and surveys are nice, but actions speak louder than words.

I would guess (no journalism here, just an opinion) that 20% or so of those manufacturing jobs left today are just:

one employee strike,

one OSHA violation,

one EPA violation,

one denied tax abatement,

or one more piece of b.s. legislation

away from packing up and heading elsewhere on the planet, or closing up shop permanently. We're sliding down the manufacturing mountain, instead of climbing upwards or sitting on the peak.

AG

This post was edited by AG in IN at 15:35:48 11/10/13 3 times.

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