[Alberta's Child]

. . . but factory employment has NEVER increased since 2001.

Aside from World War II, has there ever been a single year in the last seven decades in which factory employment has actually increased?

[wideawake]

Aside from World War II, has there ever been a single year in the last seven decades in which factory employment has actually increased?

LOL!

What a shame, after all if you ask any American parent what their dream for their child is, they will automatically say: "I hope that one day little Jack or little Jane will work in a factory!"

If you ask any American grammar school student, they'll echo this sentiment, replying: "One day when I grow up, I want to work in a factory producing widgets. That is my constant dream and my highest aspiration!"

Most immigrants come to America because they want an opportunity to work in a factory.

[wideawake]

Also, if you ask any American who actually works in a factory they will tell you: "Working in a factory is heaven on earth. My career is an absolute joy - don't tell my boss, but I would probably do this exciting, fulfilling work for free! Doing the exact same thing day in day out for thirty years without variation is the reason why the founding Fathers started this country!"

[RFT1]

You cant be this obtuse. Factory employment incresed in many years after WWII. From 48 till 58 it increased untill the 58 recession took its toll. From 61-69 it increased, from 71 till 73 it increased untill the Arab oil embargo collapsed Americas industrial sector, from 75-78 it increased, from 82-87 factory employment increased and from 92-99 it increased every year.

[atlanta67]

""Aside from World War II, has there ever been a single year in the last seven decades in which factory employment has actually increased?""


2004