When debating unrestricted international trade, the topic of job outsourcing will inevitably arise, and many arguments will be in opposition. Job outsourcing, however, may not be the unpatriotic option we believe it to be. In the manufacturing segment of the economy, off-shoring is a movement that has been proceeding for several decades, resulting in an improvement in employment opportunities for Americans. Concerns that this off-shoring is hurting the need for white-collar jobs are unwarranted, as the impact on these types of jobs is diminutive and the white-collar jobs generally are benefitted overall. “Insourcing” of jobs from other countries to America is another positive effect of off-shoring jobs. Declaring a political war on outsourcing could cause American companies and employees to suffer (Outsourcing and Offshoring, 2009).
Another claim against unrestricted international trade is that unprotected dealings with foreign competitors destroys America’s manufacturing base. This claim is untrue. From the 1980’s to 2003, there was a significant increase of 93% in the output of manufacturing in the United States. In 2004, goods became cheaper as did services, there was a growth in productivity, and “Americans [were] spending relatively less on manufactures” (Brink, 2004).
The World Trade Organization (WTO) endorses the liberalization of trade, and impels countries to reduce their trade barriers. International taxes on manufactured goods have declined significantly and worldwide trade volumes have increased since the founding of the WTO in 1948, consequently giving more liberties and wealth to many, many people. The Unites States WTO membership has especially blessed our country. Exporting prospects plus rises in profits, wages and jobs, are the result of market liberalization. Families in the United States gain from free trade, allowing access to a broader assortment of reasonably priced goods and services, which increases the value of a family’s income (Center for Trade Policy, 2009).
Another claim against unrestricted international trade is that unprotected dealings with foreign competitors destroys America’s manufacturing base. This claim is untrue. From the 1980’s to 2003, there was a significant increase of 93% in the output of manufacturing in the United States. In 2004, goods became cheaper as did services, there was a growth in productivity, and “Americans [were] spending relatively less on manufactures” (Brink, 2004).
The World Trade Organization (WTO) endorses the liberalization of trade, and impels countries to reduce their trade barriers. International taxes on manufactured goods have declined significantly and worldwide trade volumes have increased since the founding of the WTO in 1948, consequently giving more liberties and wealth to many, many people. The Unites States WTO membership has especially blessed our country. Exporting prospects plus rises in profits, wages and jobs, are the result of market liberalization. Families in the United States gain from free trade, allowing access to a broader assortment of reasonably priced goods and services, which increases the value of a family’s income (Center for Trade Policy, 2009).