Thanks for your reply, your point is well taken. I still believe in the
basic concept though. I may be somewhat naive, but I believe WE, the
consumer, can have a much bigger influence on the world's economy; and
thus make it better for WE, the workforce. Sadly, many choose to do
nothing and proclaim that the situation is "beyond their control." Then
they chortle at the great buy they got at Wal-marts while the mom & pop
stores on Main St. close.

Indifference is a killer.

Vy 73 de Bert
WA2SI

"WE the consumer" earning $100,000 per year with two incomes can
afford to spend $40,000 on an automobile or $500 per month on
groceries, but "WE the consumer" earning $12,000 per year has to be
more froogle. By the time they spend $5-600 on housing, they don't
have the money to spend an extra $50/week on groceries just to keep
mom-and-pop corner store in business.

I don't disagree with you, it's a sad situation. There isn't an easy
answer. It is very hard to find things made in the USA anymore.


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73 for now
Buck
N4PGW