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Originally Posted by Number 3

I assume by "we" you mean we the people. If the American people actually demanded things be made in the US things might change. But we are addicted to Walmart. Me? Been in a Walmart twice in my life. Watched as they devastated small farm towns in the Mid West back in the 80s. Now hugely profitable selling us good from LCCs. So that's simply us wanting low prices.

We used to have a furniture industry, we used to have a textiles and clothing industry, all pretty much gone because we are addicted to "cheaper" and a "better deal".

If you ever come up with a great idea for a new product, your first step is to find someone who can speak Chinese.

I don't usually find myself agreeing with Number 3, but this is one of those days. Cheaper ≠ better, and no outsourcing "game" can be played forever, which we are finding out the hard way.