I've worked in manufacturing nearly 20 years and I'd say that American quality is more of an idea. That's not to say the stuff here is junk, but you're not necessarily getting better enough products to justify the costs. The same machines used in American factories can be bought and shipped anywhere in the world. Quality is more in the design and materials than the craftsmanship.
In today's global economy, the argument that you're putting money in foreign pockets is pretty ridiculous. The idea that you're taking an American job is also off base, considering the number of American workers in the import/export business, as well as logistics, truckers, etc. If moving production abroad allows companies to stay in business and maintain fair pricing, how can that be a bad thing? I'd like to see if a company says, "we're moving everything back to the US, but raising our prices another 30%." Would people pay that premium for the exact same product just to get a little USA stamp on the side?
In today's global economy, the argument that you're putting money in foreign pockets is pretty ridiculous. The idea that you're taking an American job is also off base, considering the number of American workers in the import/export business, as well as logistics, truckers, etc. If moving production abroad allows companies to stay in business and maintain fair pricing, how can that be a bad thing? I'd like to see if a company says, "we're moving everything back to the US, but raising our prices another 30%." Would people pay that premium for the exact same product just to get a little USA stamp on the side?