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Stoner knows I have a deep, deep love for him.
The Harley thing is pretty interesting. Aside from Ford I can't really think of many other world respected brands as American as Harley, they're about as American as you can get. It seems like a huge shift in the paradigm with an announcement like that from such a staunchly American brand. Will be interesting to see how this 'trade war' plays out, these trade tariffs really seem to be against the interest of the average American so I wonder where the logic is in them. If someone could (rationally) explain the thought process behind it I'd be appreciative, I always like to look at the other side.
On another note, imagine how many MC's will have to drastically change their membership rules if Harley moves to predominately overseas production. I really can't imagine any members being happy knowing their riding on an Indian made Harley. Maybe they'll have to switch to something reliable...
The Harley thing is pretty interesting. Aside from Ford I can't really think of many other world respected brands as American as Harley, they're about as American as you can get. It seems like a huge shift in the paradigm with an announcement like that from such a staunchly American brand. Will be interesting to see how this 'trade war' plays out, these trade tariffs really seem to be against the interest of the average American so I wonder where the logic is in them. If someone could (rationally) explain the thought process behind it I'd be appreciative, I always like to look at the other side.
The Harley thing is pretty interesting. Aside from Ford I can't really think of many other world respected brands as American as Harley, they're about as American as you can get. It seems like a huge shift in the paradigm with an announcement like that from such a staunchly American brand. Will be interesting to see how this 'trade war' plays out, these trade tariffs really seem to be against the interest of the average American so I wonder where the logic is in them. If someone could (rationally) explain the thought process behind it I'd be appreciative, I always like to look at the other side.
On another note, imagine how many MC's will have to drastically change their membership rules if Harley moves to predominately overseas production. I really can't imagine any members being happy knowing their riding on an Indian made Harley. Maybe they'll have to switch to something reliable...
I'm not Trump bashing here either, I just want to know, ideally from someone with a better understanding of conservative economics than I, what kind of thought process is behind tariffs that even the GOP don't support. Maybe some of the Trump supporters could enlighten me on this? It just seems weird to me.
GM and Ford must be shaking in their boots.
The US Chamber of Commerce is the very essence of big business.As for why the GOP (AND the US Chamber of Commerce) is fighting against this, it is because they have been co-opted by big business. Profit margins are higher for the multi-nationals the way that things currently are, and the multi-nationals own their asses.
Thanks Rives, can't give you any more rep, but cheers. On a personal level I don't really like Trump, but on a political level I find him fascinating. I truly think he's going to be one of the more historically significant presidents (think about that statement before you let it enrage you) in the future. Philosophically I'm an Anarchist and don't believe in systems of control and repression, which I feel is what the US (and most others) government has become. The ideals of our forefathers were lost long ago to greed and corruption.
I actually view people involved in and enraptured by the government as victims of a system that few have learned to manipulate to their own benefit. I don't know if I can go as far as believing there are single shadow entities pulling the puppet strings behind the scenes to their own agendas, but there are definitely people who understand better than the vast majority of humanity how to get what they want and how to use these systems of control to gain that. I think what we're seeing here with Trump is a rejection of these systems (though I can't tell if it's intentional or just a fluke) and an awareness of these systems of control by the masses. I'd like to think this will lead to a change in the perception of government and Americas Imperialistic ways worldwide. If we're looking at the long picture, I'd have to say Trump seems to be good for America, maybe not immediately, but in the long run. So instead of arguing and bickering with each other lets smoke an Orange Haired bud together and have a good debate.
Also, decorum rhymes with forum. That is neat.
Not really. They're just quietly moving factories to Mexico.
What is happening to America? I expect this sort of crap in Australia. We've seen the exit of just about all our manufacturing industry off shore. Purely because our government doesn't see the value in investing in and protecting local jobs. I never expected to see this in America. Traditionally you have always valued your local manufacturing industry. GM and Ford must be shaking in their boots.
Trump is an abrasive prick and he consistently shoots himself in the foot as a result of shooting from the hip when he reacts. He is also the first President that we have had since Kennedy that understands business, and coming from a business background, he really doesn't give a fuck how he is perceived - he wants, and is getting, results.
Works for me.