When Baby Boomers were kids, they were continually warned to avoid anything with the “Made in Japan” label. Of course, things have changed since then – and some of America’s biggest discount stores feature items made outside of the US.
But should the pride in American-made items be stirred again?
Alliance for American Manufacturing writer Elizabeth Brotherton-Bunch says “Yes!”
She points to celebrating American-made projects over the Fourth of July holiday with this list:
- Outfit yourself with American-made gear rather than “sweatshop” attire.
- Fly American-made flags and hoist American-made decorations.
- Cook and serve American-originated barbecue treats.
- Fire off American-made fireworks.
Ms. Brotherton-Bunch offers a list of American brands that will boost American manufacturing.
Are we coming almost full circle in order to see the current surge in US manufacturing continue?
What do you think?