> the type of job options they now have are extremely limited. 30 years ago they would be in factories. today theyre in wal-mart or some similar situation.
Plumbers, Carpenters, Car mechanics, Electricians, Handy men/General contractors, Builders, Heavy machinery operators, etc.
All of these are “not in manufacturing”, all of these are capable of “6-figure incomes”, all of these are harmed by protectionism, none of these benefit from overpaying for goods.
And, lest I forget, none of these require a college degree.
All of those have taken a major hit during the current recession.
And when is a “handy man” a six figure income. C’mon, you just threw that in there to fill out the list, didn’t ya?