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America outsourced its industrial base, what have been the consequences for the american working class

Pretty straight forward question is it not?

The Answer I'm afraid goes against all your opinions on the subject, right down to political discontent....Dems can't fix our political problems if they don't admit to the causes.......And it doesn't take any manipulation.......Shame about the dems, it truly is...

Job Losses: The U.S. lost over a quarter of its manufacturing jobs since 2000, with many of these jobs moving overseas due to outsourcing1. This has led to a decline in available manufacturing positions that traditionally provided stable employment for working-class Americans.

Economic Opportunity: The shift away from domestic manufacturing has reduced economic opportunities, particularly for workers without a college degree. Manufacturing jobs often offered good wages, benefits, and job security, which are less prevalent in the service-oriented jobs that have replaced them1.

Wage Stagnation: For those still employed, wage growth has been sluggish. The competition with lower-wage workers abroad has put downward pressure on American wages, especially in industries that compete directly with imports1.

Community Impact: The decline of manufacturing has had a multi-generational impact on communities, particularly in the Midwest. It has led to increased joblessness, crime, educational inequity, and fractured neighborhoods2.

Supply Chain Vulnerability: The coronavirus pandemic highlighted the vulnerability of U.S. supply chains that have become dependent on foreign manufacturing. This reliance has led to disruptions and shortages in critical goods like semiconductors1.

Political Discontent: There is a growing dissatisfaction among the working class with the direction of the country. Many feel that the economic system unfairly favors powerful interests over the average American, contributing to political unrest3.

Rebuilding the U.S. industrial base is seen as a priority by some to address these issues, aiming to restore meaningful opportunity and security for the working class3.