Tomorrow's Jobs

Barron's ^ | 1/5/04 | Gene Epstein

[Texas_Dawg]

THE OLD, TIRED IDEA that America has only a finite number of jobs -- and that we must guard them zealously against raids from cheap foreign labor -- has been making a remarkable comeback. The only difference is that its upside-down view of the economy has plumbed new depths.

[Orangedog]

Thus, under your theory, the failure to penalize nations which illegaly violate patent and copyright laws and illegally duplicate the goods and services created by American capitalism is acceptable.

Keep in mind, he seems to be a little "challenged" when it comes to copyright law.

[riri]

Patience is a virtue. I have no virtues. I only buy, sell and short suckers. 156 still demands an answer. How for 150 years can we enjoy unlimited expansion, including the mega-expansion of the monopolists in the late 1800's, then suddenly decide neo-socialism is better? That's the question of 156. 156 shall be your curse. 156 shall be my mantra. Answer it, or begone...LOL!

Good job.

[Beck_isright]

"You said you were not for government restrictions on capitalism. I showed you one way in which you are. Now you are changing the subject by defending those restrictions (a totally different topic)."

Ah. So now you change the subject by saying there is a difference (inferred or otherwise) between internationalist versions of "capitalism" and pure, unfettered American capitalism. So screwing the creations and work and sweat of an American is approved by you. Now at least, we know where you stand.

[maui_hawaii]

I remember seeing a sign in a lawyer's office where I once worked...

"When you are getting your butt kicked and have nothing left to say, make sure to insult the witness"

[Beck_isright]

Thank you. It's a subject I enjoy.

[Texas_Dawg]

Patience is a virtue. I have no virtues. I only buy, sell and short suckers. 156 still demands an answer. How for 150 years can we enjoy unlimited expansion, including the mega-expansion of the monopolists in the late 1800's, then suddenly decide neo-socialism is better? That's the question of 156. 156 shall be your curse. 156 shall be my mantra. Answer it, or begone...LOL!

Funny. I've answered 156 about 10 times already though.

[Starwind]

Now you are changing the subject by defending those restrictions (a totally different topic).

I defend restrictions on agreement violators. Do you?

I support enforcing subscription agreements and prosecuting IP theft. Do you?

I'm opposed to theft, opposed to taking someone elses property in violation of promises and giving it away. Are you?

Come on capitalist...what say ye?

[Beck_isright]

"Rule #2: Don't come to a battle of wits totally unarmed."

If he answers 156, let me know. I need to mix another drink in and kick back on my balcony. It's 68, gorgeous and demands a cigar outside.

[maui_hawaii]

Hostile to capitalists...what kind of moronic bull%%%% is that?

Stupid comments like that really piss me off. They have no merit at all.

We are trying to talk to someone who 'knows' the world is flat and everyone who doesn't think so is an idiot.

[Texas_Dawg]

How for 150 years can we enjoy unlimited expansion, including the mega-expansion of the monopolists in the late 1800's, then suddenly decide neo-socialism is better?

Because as we have increasingly removed restrictions on trade, America has boomed even moreso and continues to do so. We boomed with, and in many ways because of, slavery as well and I don't support that either.

[Texas_Dawg]

I need to mix another drink

That explains why you insist on my answering #156 after I've answered it 10 times. Later. Basketball time.

[Texas_Dawg]

Your tagline is hilariously ironic.

[Orangedog]

We are trying to talk to someone who 'knows' the world is flat and everyone who doesn't think so is an idiot.

Not to mention that if you believe the world is round and are not extremely happy and joyful, then you hate America.

[Beck_isright]

" Funny. I've answered 156 about 10 times already though."

Funny, I've reviewed your responses. Nothing prevents an American capitalist from creating a new business nor expanding anywhere.

"#180- You said you were not for government restrictions on capitalism. I showed you one way in which you are. Now you are changing the subject by defending those restrictions (a totally different topic)."

Nope, no answer there.

"#169- Maybe you'll appreciate the fact that I am one against many. FR is very hostile to capitalists. I can and do post at conservative forums as well, but at FR, economic conservatives are greatly out-numbered, so you might have to be patient in my responding to you."

Nope. No answer there.

"#168- Let me give you an example. An American businessman wishes to buy merchandise at the lowest price, add value to it, and then sell the value-added product at a profit. (Hopefully you realize this describes literally tens of millions of American small-business owners and the people to whom they provide jobs.) Tariffs on the goods he freely chooses to buy are restrictions on capitalism and are also very detrimental to American businesses such as his."

Nope, no answer there. Captilists do not buy. Next.

So far I see no direct answer to the first 150 years plus of American history. 156 still begs an answer. How were we able to fund the American monster known as D.C. from 1776 to 1932 without your version of capitalism?

156 still begs an answer.

[Starwind]

Later. Basketball time.

Dad taking ya to the big game tonight?

When you get back:

I support enforcing subscription agreements and prosecuting IP theft. Do you?

I'm opposed to theft, opposed to taking someone elses property in violation of promises and giving it away. Are you?

I support restrictions on people who violate agreements. Are you?

Your tagline is hilariously ironic.

More deflection. Coward.

[Beck_isright]

"We are trying to talk to someone who 'knows' the world is flat and everyone who doesn't think so is an idiot."

Thank you. But idiots at least try to act like they know facts. It's amazing that he can not explain the 1880-1900 expansion. I guess Standard Oil was the result of the UN and WTO allowing us to drill on our territory.

[1rudeboy]

Sorry to be the first to bring this up [chuckle], but the best way to defend patents, etc. is with the WTO.

[maui_hawaii]

Exactly. All of us round world people are soooo depressed all the time.

I seriously don't think he knows how stupid he sounds.

[Beck_isright]

"Sorry to be the first to bring this up [chuckle], but the best way to defend patents, etc. is with the WTO."

Uh, no, it isn't. Name one penalty enforce and collected on China or Pakistan.

Next.

[1rudeboy]

Incidentally, feudalism got us out of the Dark Ages, but you don't see many defenders of feudalism anymore.