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Which products will be impacted by the Long Shoreman's Strike?
The Voices I Hear. ^ | NoLibZone

Posted on 09/30/2024 8:57:10 PM PDT by NoLibZone

Which products will become scarce because of the coming longshoremen Strike?


TOPICS: Business/Economy
KEYWORDS: aidevotee; longshoremenstrike; portstrike; postedinchat; strike; unions; vanity; whocares
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1 posted on 09/30/2024 8:57:10 PM PDT by NoLibZone
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A longshoreman strike in the U.S. would significantly disrupt the flow of goods through major seaports, causing a ripple effect across many industries. Since U.S. ports handle a large percentage of imported goods, several types of products would likely become scarce, including:

### 1. **Consumer Electronics**
- A large portion of consumer electronics (smartphones, computers, TVs) are imported from countries like China, Japan, and South Korea. A strike would slow down shipments, leading to shortages in stores.

### 2. **Automobiles and Auto Parts**
- Many cars and auto parts are imported, particularly from Asia and Europe. Disruptions at ports would likely lead to supply issues for both new vehicles and parts for repairs and manufacturing.

### 3. **Clothing and Footwear**
- The apparel industry heavily relies on imports from Asia. A longshoreman strike would create bottlenecks in the supply of clothing, footwear, and accessories.

### 4. **Home Goods and Furniture**
- Many home goods, from basic kitchen items to large furniture pieces, are manufactured overseas. Shortages of these products would be likely as shipments are delayed.

### 5. **Food Products**
- Imported foods such as seafood, fruits, vegetables, coffee, spices, and specialty items (like wine and olive oil) would be affected, leading to scarcity in grocery stores and restaurants.

### 6. **Medical Supplies**
- Many pharmaceutical ingredients, medical devices, and PPE (personal protective equipment) are imported. A strike would create shortages in hospitals and pharmacies, affecting healthcare providers and patients.

### 7. **Toys and Games**
- Toys, particularly around peak seasons like the holidays, could become scarce. Most toys are manufactured in Asia and shipped through U.S. ports.

### 8. **Raw Materials for Manufacturing**
- U.S. manufacturing plants rely on raw materials (steel, aluminum, plastics) imported from various countries. Delays would impact industries like construction, electronics manufacturing, and consumer goods production.

### 9. **Petroleum and Chemical Products**
- Some petrochemical products, fertilizers, and other chemicals used in agriculture and industrial applications are imported, which could lead to shortages in these sectors.

### 10. **Building Materials**
- Imports of lumber, steel, tiles, and other building materials used in construction could become limited, causing delays in construction projects and raising prices.

These potential shortages would also drive up prices for the affected products, impacting businesses and consumers alike. The longer the strike, the more severe and widespread the scarcity would become.


2 posted on 09/30/2024 8:59:38 PM PDT by NoLibZone (Scary that a party can "run" a candidate that doesn't feel any need to campaign.)
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supposedly an offer was made in order to avert this strike...something like a BIG pay raise. I could be wrong ?


3 posted on 09/30/2024 9:02:53 PM PDT by mythenjoseph (Islam has NO place in a Christian society.)
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To: NoLibZone

The Commie ‘RATS could use executive power to keep longshoremen on the job, but they’re afraid of the corrupt union bosses.


4 posted on 09/30/2024 9:03:31 PM PDT by twister881
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I can see getting more money, but how ya gonna stop automation?


5 posted on 09/30/2024 9:05:56 PM PDT by Az Joe (Live free or die)
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To: NoLibZone

Pre-marked 2024 ballots from Alibaba?


6 posted on 09/30/2024 9:06:01 PM PDT by DesertRhino (2016 Star Wars, 2020 The Empire Strikes Back, 2024... RETURN OF THE JEDI. )
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To: mythenjoseph

It’s about automation.

I don’t see them coming to terms.


7 posted on 09/30/2024 9:06:57 PM PDT by NoLibZone (Scary that a party can "run" a candidate that doesn't feel any need to campaign.)
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Did you say coffee?

That would be a major crisis..


8 posted on 09/30/2024 9:07:01 PM PDT by RitchieAprile (available monkeys looking for the change..)
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To: mythenjoseph

They want 40% raise...................


9 posted on 09/30/2024 9:09:21 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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People may have to get creative for their Christmas shopping...


10 posted on 09/30/2024 9:18:38 PM PDT by EnderWiggin1970
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11 posted on 09/30/2024 9:31:05 PM PDT by Frank Drebin (And don't ever let me catch you guys in America!)
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Without automation, we just fall further and further behind China and all of Asia.


12 posted on 09/30/2024 9:31:35 PM PDT by montag813
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THINK BACK ABOUT THE “SUPP:Y CHAIN” DISRUPTION & THAT IS YOUR ANSWER.


13 posted on 09/30/2024 9:33:29 PM PDT by ridesthemiles (not giving up on TRUMP---EVER)
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To: mythenjoseph

IIRC-—THEY want to go from $35 an hour to $65.


14 posted on 09/30/2024 9:34:13 PM PDT by ridesthemiles (not giving up on TRUMP---EVER)
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To: NoLibZone

And the idiots want to know why Trump wants to bring back manufacturing to America?-)


15 posted on 09/30/2024 9:35:02 PM PDT by Harpotoo (Being a socialist is a lot easier than having to WORK like the rest of US:-))
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How soulless are you to pull this crap after Helene?

They need -everything- right now.


16 posted on 09/30/2024 9:39:13 PM PDT by Salamander (Please visit my profile page to help me go home again . https://www.givesendgo.com/G2FU)
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To: NoLibZone
--- "Which products will be impacted by the Long Shoreman's Strike?"

It is assured that a massive increase in silence from Democrats will be "impacted."

17 posted on 09/30/2024 9:40:47 PM PDT by Worldtraveler once upon a time (Degrow government)
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To: RitchieAprile

LOL...I must have 10 pounds of coffee laid in. It’s my souvenir to myself during our travels around the western USA and Canada. I buy it from local roasters everywhere we go and freeze it.

That’s about a 100 day coffee supply for me at 45 grams/day. Whew, I’m safe.


18 posted on 09/30/2024 9:53:01 PM PDT by ProtectOurFreedom (May the soy boys, feminazis, and alphabet weirdos choke on the toxic fumes of our masculinity)
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To: NoLibZone

Expensive French skin creams?


19 posted on 09/30/2024 9:54:24 PM PDT by monkeyshine (live and let live is dead)
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To: mythenjoseph

Yea, about double and guarantees automation will not take their job.

69% on pay and everything else to rise.

They will meet it then the layoffs commence.

Labor is demanding no progression on port utilization.

It will be met, firing will be soon behind it.


20 posted on 09/30/2024 10:06:14 PM PDT by eyedigress (Trump is my President!)
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