01 May 13
Originally posted by FMFI don't think there is a practical system that would or could be followed. I have said before that the USA should get out of the global scheme of things and stop importing products. Won't have to worry about it then. I do believe that could work for the US.
I think his meaning is clear; "their own labour laws" refers to those of the wealthy nations importing the products, but he specifically excludes applying the minimum wage in effect in the wealthy nations.
Do you think there could be a workable system to inform consumers about the conditions under which the things they purchase were made?
01 May 13
Originally posted by joe beyserOK then. What about this: do you think there could be a workable system within the U.S. to inform consumers about the conditions under which the things they purchase were made [within the U.S.]? Maybe your thoughts could still contribute to this topic.
I don't think there is a practical system that would or could be followed. I have said before that the USA should get out of the global scheme of things and stop importing products. Won't have to worry about it then. I do believe that could work for the US.
01 May 13
Originally posted by FMFGovernments (US/EU/Japan etc.) or an NGO could set up a certification scheme akin to the Forest Stewardship Council (which certifies sustainable wood sources). A certification could be granted to clothing manufacturers that meet certain standards, which could be raised over time. This would help raise awareness among consumers, who can then decide whether or not labour conditions matter to them. That would probably be more effective than sanctions or awareness campaigns.
What system of labelling/licensing could most reliably and accurately inform consumers about the conditions under which the products they are buying were made?
01 May 13
Originally posted by FMFMake sure everything says on the label " Made in USA". If it doesn't it cant be sold.
OK then. What about this: do you think there could be a workable system within the U.S. to inform consumers about the conditions under which the things they purchase were made [within the U.S.]? Maybe your thoughts could still contribute to this topic.
01 May 13
Originally posted by KazetNagorraI'll NGO YOU!!!!!!!! Your such a one world order dweeb.
Governments (US/EU/Japan etc.) or an NGO could set up a certification scheme akin to the Forest Stewardship Council (which certifies sustainable wood sources). A certification could be granted to clothing manufacturers that meet certain standards, which could be raised over time. This would help raise awareness among consumers, who can then decide wheth ...[text shortened]... ons matter to them. That would probably be more effective than sanctions or awareness campaigns.
02 May 13
Originally posted by FMFDoes it matter to the consumer? If the workers are overpaid, then the product will probably be over priced, and I will no be likely to buy it.
OK then. What about this: do you think there could be a workable system within the U.S. to inform consumers about the conditions under which the things they purchase were made [within the U.S.]? Maybe your thoughts could still contribute to this topic.
02 May 13
Originally posted by normbenignWould you be more likely to buy items where the workers were unpaid slaves if the cost advantage of slavery could be reflected in the price?
Does it matter to the consumer? If the workers are overpaid, then the product will probably be over priced, and I will no be likely to buy it.
03 May 13
Originally posted by wolfgang59Do you hit the return button on your keyboard to create that large right margin?
It has been my belief for some time that the wealthy nations should only
import goods which have been manufactured in accordance with their own
labour laws (excluding minimum wage). So no under-age workers, no long
hours, no dangerous working conditions.
I don't think consumer pressure will do it.
03 May 13
Originally posted by normbenignTwo products of equal quality but one made with unpaid slave labor costing 10 cents less than the other made with paid labor.
Does it matter to the consumer? If the workers are overpaid, then the product will probably be over priced, and I will no be likely to buy it.
Norm saves the dime in his purchase.
03 May 13
Originally posted by KazetNagorraI know what it means. For example the Jehovahs Witnesses were and possibly still are members under a different name now. A classic example of how the sheeple do not know what the head of their organization is doing in secret.
NGO means "non-governmental organization", for example the NRA.