Can Trump Bring Back Manufacturing?
Confronting Capitalism with Vivek Chibber
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Revisiting American Manufacturing: De-Industrialization and its Challenges
This chapter explores the dynamics of de-industrialization and re-industrialization in the U.S., highlighting the decline of manufacturing jobs alongside significant contributions to GDP. It addresses the weakening of workers' bargaining power in the global north and the rise of manufacturing hubs in countries like Vietnam and China. Emphasizing the need for public investment and strengthened labor movements, the discussion advocates for a strategic approach to empower workers against the backdrop of shifting economic realities.
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