Trump: “You can throw free trade out the window.”

[sinkspur]

Yes I did.. Let me use Harley as an example. All the Tariffs did was delay the inevitable.. Maybe if Harley actually modernized and made quality products then the tariffs would not have been needed..


Sorry but Tariffs should not be used to protect companies who fail to modernize.

Reagan never attempted to level tariffs against the exports of an entire country.  Such an effort today would be illegal via executive action and Congress would never approve it.

[Gov Bean Counter]

The Constitution doesn't say the POTUS can't criticize how business is conducted.

The only time Trump mentions constitution is when it is preceded by the word "morning".

Honestly Trump is the turd that won't flush. He will complete the destruction of America started by Obie

[A-Lert]

Yes I did.. Let me use Harley as an example. All the Tariffs did was delay the inevitable.. Maybe if Harley actually modernized and made quality products then the tariffs would not have been needed..


Sorry but Tariffs should not be used to protect companies who fail to modernize.

https://www.visitmo.com/harley-davidson-factory-tours.aspx

This 358,000-square-foot Harley-Davidson plant was built in 1998, producing the Sportster®, Dyna® and V-Rod® families of motorcycles from fabrication and finishing through final assembly.

That last fact, the low cost of repairing most motorcycle fix-its, may be the really important news for Harley-Davidson shareholders.

It may help to explain why -- Harley's weak performance on the surveynotwithstanding -- CR says Harley owners remain the most brand-loyal of all motorcycle owners, with an astounding 75% saying yes, they'd buy a Harley again. The occasional small repair bill may simply be a price they're willing to pay for owning the most famous name in motorcycles. (And it probably doesn't hurt that Harley goes the extra mile to take care of its customers when an issue with one of its bikes does arise.)

[bilo]

Yes I did.. Let me use Harley as an example. All the Tariffs did was delay the inevitable.. Maybe if Harley actually modernized and made quality products then the tariffs would not have been needed..


Sorry but Tariffs should not be used to protect companies who fail to modernize.

The other issue with modernization of manufacturing (and even retail) is robotics. Labor costs in the USA are so high compared to other markets the only way companies survive is through increased productivity. Most people believe that means workers in the USA are better workers, but really it's through new equipment that requires less labor. As robotics grow manufacturing will become more efficient/productive but it will require fewer employees. Now driverless trucking is being developed. These are good paying jobs that will cease to exist in a generation.

[A-Lert]

The only time Trump mentions constitution is when it is preceded by the word "morning".

Honestly Trump is the turd that won't flush. He will complete the destruction of America started by Obie

Grow up. Did you have to bring that crap here from FR?

[Gov Bean Counter]

Grow up. Did you have to bring that crap here from FR?

My opinion. To bad for you that you don't have JR and his mods to provide you a safe space over here.

[Norm Lenhart]

Grow up. Did you have to bring that crap here from FR?

That the talking point from the Trump HQ? Every time you get backed into corners, you whine and cry about FR.

Were here now. FR is there. Don't like it? File a complaint with the mods. In the meantime, get up off the floor because you arent getting the candybar.

[A-Lert]

My opinion. To bad for you that you don't have JR and his mods to provide you a safe space over here.

Your obsession with FR and JR are noted. Maybe you'll grow out of it someday.

[A-Lert]

That the talking point from the Trump HQ? Every time you get backed into corners, you whine and cry about FR.

Were here now. FR is there. Don't like it? File a complaint with the mods. In the meantime, get up off the floor because you arent getting the candybar.

You can't stop posting and whining about FR. Really sad.

[Gov Bean Counter]

Your obsession with FR and JR are noted. Maybe you'll grow out of it someday.

You brought up FR, missy. Perhaps you should go back.

[Norm Lenhart]

You can't stop posting and whining about FR. Really sad.

You brought it up. Don't blame me for your actions. I encourage people to review your post history and see all the whining you do about it.

[geronl]

You can throw any freedom out the window

[A-Lert]

You brought up FR, missy. Perhaps you should go back.

Not interested, prissy.

[Formerly Once-Ler]

You can throw any freedom out the window

Last call for your freedom of speech.
Drink up. Happy hour will soon be enforced by law.

[kevindavis007]

The other issue with modernization of manufacturing (and even retail) is robotics. Labor costs in the USA are so high compared to other markets the only way companies survive is through increased productivity. Most people believe that means workers in the USA are better workers, but really it's through new equipment that requires less labor. As robotics grow manufacturing will become more efficient/productive but it will require fewer employees. Now driverless trucking is being developed. These are good paying jobs that will cease to exist in a generation.

I agree..  The days of people working in the same job for life is over.

[A-Lert]

I agree..  The days of people working in the same job for life is over.

For millions, ever having a job appears to be over.

[kevindavis007]

For millions, ever having a job appears to be over.

So, people need to adapt or die. How did the Buggy whip makers survive when the Automobiles replaced their jobs? Also, I would like to know where in the Constitution that people have a right to a good paying job.

[sinkspur]

For millions, ever having a job appears to be over.

What are they going to do about it?

[A-Lert]

What are they going to do about it?

Who are "they"?

[kevindavis007]

Who are "they"?

Guess..

[A-Lert]

So, people need to adapt or die. How did the Buggy whip makers survive when the Automobiles replaced their jobs? Also, I would like to know where in the Constitution that people have a right to a good paying job.

They went to work for the auto manufacturers. Who claims people have a right to a good paying job?

[sinkspur]

They went to work for the auto manufacturers. Who claims people have a right to a good paying job?

If your job can be done by most anybody, then it can be done more cheaply elsewhere or by a machine here.

That's the reality of life.

[EtX]

Tonight at a fundraiser for Christie:

Trump: "A lot of you don't know the world of economics, and you shouldn't even bother. Don't worry, leave it to me."

Plus he told him "No more Oreos for you Chris." 

Trump always feels bigger when he can make someone else feel small.

What's gonna make Chrispy feel small is when tRump keeps the money like he did to the Vets.

[A-Lert]

If your job can be done by most anybody, then it can be done more cheaply elsewhere or by a machine here.

That's the reality of life.

The reality of life is that there will always be a need for tradesmen, laborers, programmers, medical professionals, retail and  service industry workers, teachers, law enforcement, etc. Jobs for the most part  that require the employee to be present in this country. How many fast food jobs were there 50 years ago. How many fuel stations have service people who check your oil, wash your windshield  and pump your fuel? Most anybody could or can do those jobs, yet they can't be done more cheaply elsewhere.