There’s a story within the media that many love to parrot, about how there is no more American manufacturing. But that’s just not true. I know that reality flies against everything you’ve likely seen on TV for the last 30 years, as well as on social media. But there’s still this vibrant manufacturing base all across this country, if you know where to look.
From small mom and pops to global conglomerates, folks are still showing up every day, using their hands, putting things together, tinkering with how to make those things better, and ensuring that Made in America is stamped on every label. And more importantly, that it’s a true statement.
It’s absolutely smaller than it was in our parents’ day, but the kind of products that still bear that mark remain some of the best around. See, because it’s become a more difficult thing to do and still keep afloat, only the best-of-the-best survive. It also means that the stuff won’t fall to pieces, or have planned obsolescence built in.
