11 Reasons Real Men Buy "Made In The USA"
by John Clark on 01/09/14
As the recession hits home, Americans are embracing the "Made in the USA" label when it comes to consumer goods. Household goods, toys, sporting equipment and clothing for both men and women are now proudly affixed with the label. When it comes to men, their sense of loyalty and love for their country now make them even more apt to don the "Made in the USA" label than ever before and there are many reasons why real men buy "Made in the USA" products.
Real Men are Loyal
Men care about issues like unsafe work practices and what types of materials are going into kids' toys. They know that buying products made in the USA can eliminate some of the unsafe practices that occur in foreign markets.
Real Men are Fashion-Conscious
Men no longer look to Homer Simpson for fashion advice. Club Monaco, J. Crew and Levis jeans are products made in the USA and it's becoming fashionable to buy these items.
Real Men Look to the Future
Men know that if products continue to be made overseas; there will be fewer opportunities for future generations to find work. If products are made at home, men know that their children and grandchildren will have more opportunities.
Real Men have Standards
Products made in the USA have to meet more stringent standards and manufacturing plants must, as well with Federal Agencies such as the FDA and OSHA, set higher standards.
Real Men dislike Debt
If organizations continue to manufacture products in other countries, the USA will incur more debt which is currently massive.
Real Men are Going Green
US plants are better for the environment as many of them are now reverting to eco-friendly materials and chemicals rather than the ones that emit toxicity into the air. As more and more US companies "go green", manufacturing products in the US will make far cleaner air and a healthier environment than ever before.
Real Men are Independent
Relying on foreign commerce isn't fiscally responsible for the US. Manufacturing products in the US fosters independence for Americans rather than relying on foreign countries to produce our goods.
Quality is Important to Real Men
Real men know that products made in America are made with higher-quality materials in cleaner plants. Therefore, the products that bear the "Made in the USA" label have higher quality and won't fall apart quickly.
Real Men don't like to Wait
Products made in the USA will get to your house a lot quicker than if you purchase something overseas. Returns are easier and you can generally call or email the company in the USA and talk to a representative who will answer your questions and help you with returns.
Real Men are Smart
Real men know that one thing leads to another as far as manufacturing. Therefore, if the product they purchase is made overseas, they know there is a good chance that the materials, such as steel, used to make the product is produced overseas as well.
Real Men love their Communities
Buying products that are made in the USA strengthen communities. If you purchase products made locally and labeled with "Made in the USA", you are supporting local labor, local craftsmen, local business owners and future generations of made-in-the-USA products.
Just buy American, okay? Good talk.