But since you have never been to these factories, how can you speak as to their conditions? They are not great by US standards, but compared to what is standard in that region (even outside China), it is extremely good. Compared to other jobs they have access to, these are coveted.
Even without minimum wage laws, I doubt we could compete anymore on mass production. It comes down to basic labor supply and demand. The only way it would work would be a huge pool of cheap labor. The only source of that here is Mexico. Don't think that's a viable option on several fronts - not the least of which is skill.
I was criticizing the human rights conditions under the Chicoms in general. I understand that those who work in factories making good for America do far better than most over there. I think the main problem we have with China is the fact that we are putting so much cash into the hands of the Chicoms and allowing them to remain in power.