Because to the American consumer, the bottom line is a cheaper product.
Well, FWIW, this is one consumer for whom this bromide isn't necessarily true. I'm willing to look at quality and reliability as more important than cheap, preferably made here rather than abroad. Saving a few pennies here and there isn't always the best way to go.
Quote: Because to the American consumer, the bottom line is a cheaper product.
Maybe they are buying the cheaper product out of necessity because their high paying job is gone.