Labor Issues Hamper Buy American Ethos
Consumers are willing to spend more money on U.S.-made products, but domestic supply chains continue to pose challenges.
- Published in Manufacturing
Consumers are willing to spend more money on U.S.-made products, but domestic supply chains continue to pose challenges.
Divergent solutions for businesses reopening and renewable energy are top of mind as advocacy groups battle for votes this election season.
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Democratic senator Laurie Monnes Anderson was the deciding factor the last time Oregon tried to pass cap and trade, and she won’t commit to reading the bill this time around.
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