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September 9, 2014 10:00 am ET
I applaud Mr. Duffy's article in your Mailbag section (“Cease and desist progress?” March 24).
I applaud Mr. Duffy's article in your Mailbag section (“Cease and desist progress?” March 24).
Bill Bregar’s Viewpoint article in the June 6 Plastics News was right on regarding attracting young talent. As manufacturers, we have to stop complaining about the lack of qualified employees and do something about it. By now we should realize that no one else is going to help us.
Kudos on Plastics News recognition of the 2014 “Rising Stars.” [Aug. 11 special report]
Roger Jones was a true pioneer in the reinforced thermoplastics industry.
The story of the United States' trade deficit with China (over $318 billion in 2013) is one that most of us are familiar with. Cheaper labor costs and more limited regulations often mean that “Made in China” is cheaper than “Made in America.” But as the executives at Aston Martin will tell you, the true costs of outsourcing ...
So, our industry continues to rebound, and the future of the plastics industry looks much brighter than it has in many years. We all deserve to feel very proud of our accomplishments.
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