Fair Trade With China
We will always need to depend on imports for certain items, but there are still plenty of things that we can buy that are American made, and all without breaking the bank.
How Products Made Overseas Have a Higher Carbon Footprint Than U.S.-Made Goods
Buying American is smart and patriotic, and it can also be argued that it is better for the environment. We explain why …
The Importance Of The American Flag And What It Represents
The American Flag is important to all Americans but sometimes for different reasons. We list a few of those reasons but what is the reason for you?
5 Effective Ways to Market Your ‘Made in America’ Brand
There are plenty of good reasons why some manufacturers choose to stay in the USA. Here are 5 ways to effectively promote your “Made in America” products.
Focus Less on The Company and More on The Location
Can we truly celebrate American independence? We may not be as independent as we think we are. So what is the biggest threat to our independence? Read more …
Is American Independence Under Threat?
Can we truly celebrate American independence? We may not be as independent as we think we are. So what is the biggest threat to our independence? Read more …
Top 9 False Promises That China Made In Joining The World Trade Organization
It has been more than 15 years since China joined the WTO. China made 9 specific commitments that they have not followed through on, and they are:
How We Honor Dads on Father’s Day
In Europe, the history of Father’s Day stretches all the way back to the Middle Ages, but here in the U.S. it did not take hold until ….
The Link Between Opioids and Unemployment
America has a drug problem! The fact that opioid addiction treatment options are now becoming more prevalent than other forms of treatment is a sure sign that more and more people are finding themselves in trouble. So what is the main causes and how can we help? Read more to find out …
In Observance of Memorial Day
On the 28th of this month is memorial day. Americans as a nation will have the opportunity to honor the memory of those men and women who have fallen in battle fighting for our country. What can we do to show our support?
Why It Is Important To Buy Made In USA Products
Buying American simply means to buy made in USA products by the people of the United States. Buying American is more than just a show of patriotism, rather it has a lot of benefit for everyone.So why should we be doing it? Read more to find out …
Mother’s Day – Beyond the Gift
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and no matter if you prefer to get it over with quickly or if you like to make a big event out of it, one thing is certain, you will be thinking about gifts for Mother’s Day this week. But what are the best mothers day gifts? Read more to find out …
Why American-Made Products Are Perfect Gifts
Mother’s day is just around the corner and, just like everyone else, you are wondering what is the perfect gift for your mom. Well, we have some great mother’s day ideas to help you decide. Read more to find out …..
The Downfall Of American TV Manufacturing
In the world of TV and movie entertainment, the United States is king, with Hollywood serving as the unofficial capital of the entertainment world. Given this knowledge, it may come as a surprise to learn that the US is losing ground as a television manufacturer. Read more to find out …..
How Local Manufacturing Affects The Community
Ever since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in the United States back in the early 1800’s manufacturing has played a major role in local communities all across the country. We share the advantages and you may be surprised to learn some disadvantages too. Read more to find out …..
Here’s How Overseas Manufacturing Makes Everyone Rich Except Us
American factories were closed down and manufacturing was moved overseas.The so called “experts” say this is a good thing because stuff we buy now is cheaper. However, are we actually better off now or are we poorer? Read more to find out …..
Does Buying American Made Really Matter?
There was a time when there was pride in American manufacturing and more of the merchandise that you found on the store shelves all across the country were made in factories somewhere in America. But was that such a big deal? Read more to find out …..
The Alternatives To Manufacturing Jobs
Ever since the beginning of the economic downturn in 2008, the workforce has shed 1.2 million US manufacturing jobs. What kind of jobs can these people expect to get if manufacturing jobs aren’t available? Read more here …
The Influence of The Irish On American Manufacturing
St Patrick’s day is coming up and we thought it a good idea to recognize the positive impact the Irish immigrants have had on American manufacturing throughout the years. We highlight the many reasons we have to be thankful to the Irish for their contribution to the great American success story. Read more here …
How Buying American Made Products Affects The American Family
The more and more that you see Made in America plastered on the labels of products in the stores that you shop in means that there are more families across the country benefiting directly. This is because …..
Some Statistics On American Manufacturing
According to American manufacturing statistics, the United States is the largest manufacturing country in the world, with more than 18% of the global number of goods manufactured here. However, in 1985, it produced 28 percent of the world’s goods. Where is American manufacturing headed? Read more to find out ….
Without US Manufacturing Jobs Americans Won’t Survive
While unemployment numbers say that more people are working and less are still out of work, too many of these jobs are low paying, minimum wage or even part-time jobs that pay very little and rarely have benefits. Are US manufacturing jobs the answer? Read more to find out ….
Will China Overtake The US In Manufacturing?
In 1985, America produced 28 percent of the world’s goods. Today US manufacturing is still the world’s largest producer at 18.2%. However, China is closing up fast. Just what is China’s world market share and are they going to catch us? Read more to find out ….
Our $10 Per Month Challenge
Every little bit helps and that is why we have started up the $10 per month challenge. All we ask is that you contribute $10 per month to help us get the message out to more Americans.
Here Is What You Didn’t Know About Manufacturing In the United States
Manufacturing In the United States is changing rapidly. There are new challenges that have to be overcome. How can this be achieved so that Americans can get the jobs they need and want? We explain ….
4 Reasons Why You Should Buy American Made Products
Are you wondering why you should buy American made products or are you thinking there’s no big deal in purchasing from any producer you like? Then you should read this article.
Two Interesting American Toy Manufacturing Companies
Not all toys are made overseas. Here are a couple of excellent American toy manufacturers. You can still buy toys made by Americans for Americans. Check them out…
Why You Should Buy American Made Products
There’s a lot you can do to help return U.S manufacturing to the level it used to be in it’s hey day, but why should you? We explain …
Keep America Strong – Buy American Made Products
Why should we buy American made products? We give just a handful of reasons to buy American-made products. Can you think of others?
Why America Should Ditch The Global Commodities Market
There are global challenges that are yet to be solved. What can America do to succeed in the new marketplace? We explain ….
America Made Companies That Benefit America
How does buying American made products benefit Americans and why was outsourcing production a huge mistake? We explain ….
Why Buying US Made Products Helps YOU In The Long Run
Buying cheap imported products might seem alright on the surface but it hurts you and all Americans in the end. We explain ….
What Is Happening in the US Advanced Manufacturing Sector?
Why exactly will we be facing such a major skilled labor shortage? There are a couple of factors that will lead to this situation. Read more ….
The 5 Top Reasons Why You Should Buy American Made Products
Are you still not convinced that American manufacturing is vital to our country? We give you the 5 top reasons why you should buy American Made Products.
Concerned About The Environment? Then Here’s Why You Should Buy Local
With billions of dollars spent importing products in the US each year, it’s not only the average consumer’s health and well being that is at stake, but also …
Bring the jobs back home: Why It Is Important to Rebuild Manufacturing
Careful studies have shown that many products can be profitably produced in the U.S. by a well-paid workforce. We explain how jobs can be brought home …
Need a Raise? How Foreign Manufacturing Depresses Local Wages
Not only are we losing good paying American manufacturing jobs because of our purchasing decisions, the jobs that remain are paying less. We explain why …
Three Policies That Can Revive and Strengthen US Manufacturing Part 2
US manufacturing is showing some signs of recovery but how can we really revive and strengthen US manufacturing? Here are 3 more great ideas. Read more …
Three Policies That Can Revive and Strengthen US Manufacturing Part I
US manufacturing is showing some signs of recovery but how can we really revive and strengthen US manufacturing? Here are 3 great ideas. Read more …
Helping the US Economy through Vocational Training in Schools
Buying products made in the USA is not the only requirement to bring jobs back home. There is another obstacle that needs to be overcome. We explain …
Why America Is The No 1 Choice For Dumping Badly Made Foreign Products
The American consumer continues to buy inferior foreign made products. Why don’t they buy superior American made products? Our explanation may surprise you!
Why Buying Local Can Help Save The Environment
Did you realize that buying imported goods is damaging the environment for us and future generations. We show you how. Read more …..
How Overseas Manufacturing is Gutting Small Town America
We may save a little money by buying imported products but look and see what it does to our communities. We show you the results. Read more …..
Corrupt Politicians are Waging War Against the Working Class
In order to put America first, we need to take care of our workers, which is why we are seeking to educate you on many of the ways their policies are currently impacting you!
Child Labor Usage Hits Record Highs in Foreign Factories
Eradicating child labor will be a slow and grueling process especially if the violations are being tolerated by trading partners and consumers. The key is to understand the risks that such an abhorrent practice poses to children.
Debunking The “Cheaper Overseas Myth”
Ask the average person on the street about the state of the manufacturing industry and you will be sure to hear a lot of people talking about how countries are fleeing the United States in droves. These same folks will also tell you that
How Wall Mart Destroyed American Manufacturing
The company’s U.S. manufacturing initiatives appear patriotic enough, but here are some of the ways Wall-Mart has crippled American manufacturing. ….
How Manufacturing Off Shore Can Hurt Your Business
Corporations thinking of manufacturing offshore need to consider a few things. We explain how outsourcing can hurt the country and the business. Read more ..
How US Companies Can Prevent Overseas Counterfeiting
Counterfeit goods can cost American companies both money and reputation. We show how you can take a few simple steps to protect your brand.Read more …
Chinese Manufacturing Standards Rated Lowest In The World
With Chinese manufacturing standards rated lowest in the world, how can buying Chinese products affect you and your family? Read more ….
Why Overseas Products Are Killing Local Wages
What happens to the local economy when you buy imported products? Once you hear what we are about to tell you, you may never buy imported again. Read more ..
How China Destroyed the US Steel Market
How has China destroyed the US Steel market? We explain how they did it and we also show the drastic consequences. Read more ….
5 Stomach-Turning Chinese Food Production Scandals
These 5 disgusting Chinese food production scandals show the extent of trickery and deceit that people are willing to engage in just to earn profits. Read more ….
How The Trade Deficit Impacts The Nation’s Debt
Are the trade deficit and our national debt related? Can anything be done to improve both our national debt and our trade deficit. Read more ….
The Intervention Of China in The Economy
The only guaranteed answer to reducing the trade deficit and increasing American manufacturing jobs is, as a people, to start …………….
Why We Need To Invest In Education
It’s good that companies are investing in the education and training of their employees but more needs to be done by the schools to get people ready for these new opportunities in the manufacturing sector. We explain ….
The Benefits To Our Children of Buying American
The actions we take today, and in particular our buying habits, are going to affect our children today and in the future. We explain ….
The Cheap and Nasty Truth about “Made in China”
We will be providing you with more information about what it means to be “Made in China” and how that might impact an American’s perspective. Read more ….
How One Manufacturing Job Affects The Community
Is American manufacturing actually all that important? We explain why manufacturing is essential to the health of any community. Read more ….
How Foreign Made Toys Harm Your Children’s Health
Your child’s health and well being is of the utmost importance. We explain how you could be putting that in jeopardy by buying imported toys. Read more ….
Products That Fall Apart After Just One Use
Do you make an effort to find out where the clothes you are buying come from? We give you five good reasons why you should stay away from fast fashion.
3 Anti-American Regimes Supported By YOUR Tax Dollars
Anti-Americanism is particularly strong among the Middle Eastern nations. We take a quick look at three such regimes that have had economic ties with the US.
Tainted Food And Explosive Electronics: Why Foreign Made Products Can Be Dangerous
More and more Americans are getting sick, injured or killed by foreign products. We examine why you should be buying from an American manufacturer.
The American Industries Destroyed By Foreign Competition
Here are some of the American industries that have been destroyed by foreign competition as evidenced by the considerable decline in their growth, operations, and workforce.
Why American Products Are Always Better Quality
Find out why the top manufacturing companies in America make the best products and why you should be buying them. Read all about it here ..
Why you should buy from American Manufacturing Companies
Still not sure if you should be buying from American Manufacturing Companies? We give you plenty of reasons why you should be. Read all about it here ….
Mike Rowe Shares Lessons Learned Through Hard Labor
Rowe extols the virtues of the jobs that he’s come to understand more than most people in his periphery. “Clean and dirty aren’t opposites,” he says. “They’re two sides of the same coin.” A world full of white collar workers wouldn’t survive. Dirty jobs are essential, and there is no need for them to be painted in anything other than the best light. Read more …
What Americans Don’t Know About Foreign Made Products
The assumption that the US just can’t manufacture products as “cheaply” as foreign countries doesn’t hold much water. Of course, the specifics vary by industry, but on the whole, there’s little reason for companies to give us foreign-made products in place of ones made in America. Read more …
The Future of Buying American
What revolution has the potential to cause such widespread changes to a nation as large and great as ours?” To answer this question, you must look no further than the device you are viewing this article on. Read more …
How Regulations Stifle a U.S. Manufacturing Renaissance
There is an outstanding report issued by the author Mark P. Mills of the Manhattan Institute. We provide an abstract of that report. There is a link at the end of the article that will take you to the full report.
The New American Heartland
The area of middle America from the Great Plains and Great Lakes of the north to the Gulf of Mexico in the south holds the key to the revitalizing of the nation’s middle class. We explain…..
False! Why Overseas Products Aren’t Always Cheaper
It’s commonly assumed that overseas products are cheaper than products made in the USA. There are more and more instances where that is not the case. We explain…..
The Hidden Social Costs Of Buying Overseas Products
This article intends to deal with the hidden social costs of buying overseas products, in the quest to encourage American consumers to buy American made products. Read more ….
Here’s why American made products last longer (and cost you less in the long run)
Buying American products is a fantastic idea and sounds very patriotic. However, what is the reason for purchasing products made in the USA? This write-up will give you an insight about the advantages of buying American products. Read more ….
3 Ways Buying American Products Can Help The Environment
Buying American products is a fantastic idea and sounds very patriotic. However, what is the reason for purchasing products made in the USA? This write-up will give you an insight about the advantages of buying American products. Read more ….
The Biggest Benefits Of Buying American
Buying American products is a fantastic idea and sounds very patriotic. However, what is the reason for purchasing products made in the USA? This write-up will give you an insight about the advantages of buying American products. Read more ….
2 Ways Overseas Products Can Harm Your Health
In the economic environment, present within the United States, outsourcing our goods and services to foreign nations for completion is extremely common place while simultaneously controversial to millions of Americans. Read more ….
5 Reasons Buying American Helps Communities
There are so many reasons to buy American. Can you think of any? Here are five reasons buying American helps communities. Read more ….
Buy American to Have the Best of the Best
Is it possible that local “American made” products will be the foundation of a strong American economy once again?
The Impact Of Buying American
What is the the impact of buying American? The answer is multifaceted but we will seek to explain the differences between American perceptions towards …
Why Aren’t We Buying American?
You won’t recognize the new face of American manufacturing. The Buy American Campaign investigates the growing invisibility of American manufacturers
A Good Year for Manufacturing
We’re five months into 2017 and it seems like American manufacturing is having a fantastic year. According to CNN Money, the growth in the industry over the last eight months has reached a 54.8% on the ISM Manufacturing index, an indicator of industry health with scores exceeding 50% indicating growth. This figure puts industry health well above last year’s declination and seems to indicate that manufacturers are feeling good about the increased need of industry products. It’s no wonder they’re feeling positive. This year we’ve added 50,000 new jobs in the manufacturing industry and that number is expected to rise as we go into the latter part of 2017. Figuring out why the increase is jobs is simple: demand. Automation may allow manufacturers to use fewer workers to do certain tasks but the increased need for other manufacturing employees performing different tasks is growing at a steady rate. This means that encouraging our youth to engage in manufacturing via schooling is not the dead end that many had purported it to be in years previous. It’s important not to get too excited over this year’s gains just yet. April did see a slight dip in the ISM Manufacturing index in […]
The New Face of American Manufacturing
You won’t recognize the new face of American manufacturing. The Buy American Campaign investigates the growing invisibility of American manufacturers
Top Five US Manufacturing Industries
We love lists! Here are the top five of the US manufacturing industries per capita in the United States. Getting involved in them is a snap and we’ve included the degrees, certificates, and know-how you’ll need to seek employment in these booming industries! Petroleum: Natural gas, gasoline, oil, and a plethora of other petroleum manufactured items make up the bulk of this industry’s products. Jobs include work as a field technician, engineers, technology & safety management, customer service experts, and more. Salary ranges are from $50,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on which subfield you go into. If you’re interested in this field, degree options include BS in Petroleum Services, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Petroleum Production Technology, and Business with a focus in Manufacturing. Steel: Steel is one of the biggest products the US exports each year. Almost all other industries use steel and steel products in some aspect of their industry, whether it’s construction, shipbuilding, or shelving for DIYers at your local Big Box store. Jobs include work as steel millers, metallurgical engineers, mechanical engineers, computer programmers, and production specialists. Salary ranges are from $30,00 to $100,000 annually, depending on which subfield you go into. If you’re interested in this […]
The Statistics Game
Ever wonder why statistics seem too good to be true? The Buy American Campaign discusses how misleading stats can be when it comes to American Manufacturing
What’s Up With “Made In America?”
Many political debates have revolved around whether products sold in the United States should be manufactured in the United States and whether or not imported products from other countries harm the US economy. Both history and current economic models show that in-country manufacturing creates jobs, boosts local economies, and enhances the lives of millions of Americans. So, what’s the debate really about? In recent years, the United States trade arrangements and tax laws have come under scrutiny as the proposed alteration of many of the tax laws and trade arrangements could result in a shift from the way the current domestic production and imported production is carried out. Lobbying efforts and consumer interest has been the driving force behind this shift toward positive association with American manufacturing. Businesses who host the majority of their manufacturing processes overseas have in turn panicked over the implications of increased manufacturing costs since it is almost impossible to pay the same rate to both skilled and unskilled US workers. Protecting their interests becomes largely about convincing the politicians to push through laws that serve those interests. One of those proposed changes has to do with informing consumers of their products origins. Specifically, lobbying efforts […]
American Workers: An Endangered Breed
American manufacturers in today’s economy are faced with the struggle to find workers skilled enough to complete the tasks needed to operate efficiently. Currently, one in ten openings for manufacturing positions requiring skilled workers will remain unfilled. This is because of a shortage in talent and a shortage of people with the qualifications to do the job. It is anticipated that between the years 2015 and 2025 there will be 3.5 million manufacturing positions that will need to be filled in the United States. The significance of this number could mean a lot of job potential for unemployed Americans and Americans coming of age during those years. The problem that American manufacturers currently face is the fact that of those 3.5 million manufacturing positions, it is estimated that 2 million of those jobs will be unfilled simply because the manufacturing company won’t be able to find qualified workers with the necessary skills in today’s technology-run industry. There is a large gap between the demand for qualified workers and people pursuing careers in American manufacturing processes. Unfortunately, ensuring that education and proper training is available to prospective workers is only a small part of the problem. There is an on-going stigma […]
The Decline & Rebirth of American Manufacturing
American manufacturing has been on the decline for decades but now, with the change in buying habits of the American consumer, it is starting to make a comeback. How far has American manufacturing come back and how much further can it go as it develops? Read more to find out …
Trade imbalance with China has cost 131,000 jobs in N.C. since 2001
The loss of North Carolina jobs tied to the American trade imbalance with China may have peaked about a decade ago. However, the ripple effect continues to be felt in the state, particularly in the high-tech sector, according to a national study released last week. The Economic Policy Institute, a left-learning nonprofit research group, reported that North Carolina has lost 131,100 jobs, primarily in manufacturing, since 2001 because of trade policies deemed more favorable to China than the United States. About 95,100 of the job losses occurred between 2001 and 2008, primarily in furniture and textiles. For 2015-16, North Carolina has lost 10,500 jobs from the trade imbalance, the Washington-based institute determined. Mark Vitner, a senior economist with Wells Fargo Securities, said the disruption “unleashed by opening up trade with China was severely underestimated.” “We have been living with the impact in rural parts of North Carolina and Virginia for the past two decades. … Vast numbers of folks remain underemployed,” Vitner said. The report comes as President Donald Trump is considering raising tariffs on Chinese imports, a potential response that opponents worry could provoke a trade war. “The United States has a massive trade deficit with China,” said Robert […]
EPI: U.S.-China trade deficit cost 3.4 million jobs
A recent Economic Policy Institute (EPI) report found that the nation lost 3.4 million jobs, mostly in manufacturing, between 2001 and 2015, as a result of a growing trade deficit with China that’s more than quadrupled since the country entered the World Trade Organization in 2001.