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Interesting. My customers are large corporations. I too shared our intention to build in India with these partners. Not a problem. But I get your point. If the bottom line was negatively effected by an overseas operation, this would considered in the cost analysis by any reasonable manager. Yet, we keep building overseas. It would appear the the negative feedback is outweighed by the onerous costs, taxes and regulations in the US.
See a pattern here?
Oh, and grow up.
This is the thing about "wealth" extractors. They think very short term..as in "What's in it for me". They do so regardless of the long term consequences.
Think about it.
You are giving work to people who are highly educated and are working for pennies on the dollar.
What do you think is going to happen in the short term and in the long term?
Short term I can see:
-Resentment over higher paid counter parts overseas.
-Malfeasance or corruption in the work place.
-Overall poor performance.
Note: I've really seen these things in real life.
Long term I see:
-American counterparts opting to go into other lines of work.
-An overall "Brain Drain".
Note: And I am seeing this occur as we speak.
If you think it's a good thing to relocate overseas for some short term profit..so be it.
But in the long run..it's going to bite hard.
Oh and you first.
First, it's not "pennies on the dollar" to them...it's not even dollars, it's rupees, and a damn good living. Secondly, I have done this before and have seen none of your short term consequences. Not a one. Lastly, if "brain drain" is a reality long term, well that would be yet another reason to lower corporate taxes and onerous regulations, wouldn't it? Remember I really wanted to build in the US but that is not financially feasible. If the cost analysis were even close, I'd take the chance and build here. As it stands, it's nowhere in the ballpark. Perhaps we can change that at the ballot box in 2012. We'll see. I would happily locate the next business here if it makes any financial sense to do so.
the devil is in the logistical details of doing the job.
Heh, some sour grapes it sounds like.Great! Now... the logistics on HOW are the problem. You've got to do more than:
1. Decide to Build
2. Then a miracle occurs because we don't know how.
3. Profit!
What are the logistics to 'building'? What are you going to build? What is of such a benefit that it will cause people to risk their time, skill and capital in this nation to build?
People don't build for altruism, so they must profit by their work. How are you going to reassure them that their work will not be for naught, stolen away from them by the greedy entitlement junkies and government to misuse?
Pretty short term thinking.
Sorta like Christie with the tunnel project.
Of course he was right..New Jersey doesn't have a kabillion dollars..
But over the long term..people will move to Jersey in droves because they want to work in NYC but can't afford to live there.
How about Alaska's "Bridge to Nowhere"? A half a billion dollar suspension bridge that less than 1000 people would use in a month .... or was it a year?
He who decides to build first counts the cost... as WELL as the return.
And right now, hate to break it to you, this nation is a bad investment all the way around. Maybe after Obama's removed from office and the senate goes conservative. We'll see then.
First, it's not "pennies on the dollar" to them...it's not even dollars, it's rupees, and a damn good living. Secondly, I have done this before and have seen none of your short term consequences. Not a one. Lastly, if "brain drain" is a reality long term, well that would be yet another reason to lower corporate taxes and onerous regulations, wouldn't it? Remember I really wanted to build in the US but that is not financially feasible. If the cost analysis were even close, I'd take the chance and build here. As it stands, it's nowhere in the ballpark. Perhaps we can change that at the ballot box in 2012. We'll see. I would happily locate the next business here if it makes any financial sense to do so.
Ole Fools Part Deux:I could go into the window breaking business At least I know those pizza parlors have insurance to cover the loss, and then the glass companies have something to do!Yea, the guy working in the other room, right now, as a matter of fact. Want his website?
Are you saying the Southeast US is all dried up? Nothing is open? There's no commerce?
Sure, give me his website address.
I have 30 employees that are working about 20 hours a week right now. Heck, I guess I could lay off 15 of them and let the other 15 work 40, isn't that how liberals see things??
I could lay off all 30 and start a pizza business, yea, that's a great idea.
What a great opportunity!
I'm with you Nature. To libs, the devil is in the logistical details of doing the job. Like two old fools sitting on the porch playing checkers.
Ole fool 1: "You know, this country would be much better off if just built more."
Ole fool 2: "Yep. I think you're on to something there."
SFX: Crickets chirping
Ole Fools continue playing checkers for another hour.
Ole fool 1: "Well why hasn't anything changed yet? I said we should build more?"
Ole fool 2: "I blame Bush, the tea party and rich white folk."
Ole fool 1: "Yep. that must be the reason."
Fin
Scared of you having access to my money? Damn straight! I've seen the record you idiots have with spending my money. I'd rather save it for something useful... like burning.the devil is in the logistical details of doing the job.
Sounds to me like you're scared.
Except for the government corruption, you'd possibly be right. Then why didn't the feds take back the money? Oh that's right, the slush known as the Federal Highway Fund. Prevent waste? Why without Waste we'd have no reason to exist!Heh, some sour grapes it sounds like.Pretty short term thinking.
Sorta like Christie with the tunnel project.
Of course he was right..New Jersey doesn't have a kabillion dollars..
But over the long term..people will move to Jersey in droves because they want to work in NYC but can't afford to live there.
How about Alaska's "Bridge to Nowhere"? A half a billion dollar suspension bridge that less than 1000 people would use in a month .... or was it a year?
He who decides to build first counts the cost... as WELL as the return.
And right now, hate to break it to you, this nation is a bad investment all the way around. Maybe after Obama's removed from office and the senate goes conservative. We'll see then.
Funny you mention the "Bridge to Nowhere" because Alaska didn't wind up returning the money. In fact they still built the road that was going to the bridge. Only now there is no bridge.
And I hate to break it to you..this nation is a great investment. It's one of the safest, least corrupt and well built countries in the world.
Yep.
Simple as that.
The United States needs to build.
We are a nation of innovators, dreamers, and builders.
Time to shake off the crust and do what we do best.
Build.
Considering the ever-growing inventory of foreclosed property we have, I doubt we will be doing much building any time soon.
Guess you missed the shake off the crust part.
You need a vacation.
I suggest Shanghai.
And when you come back..you can let me know..in no uncertain terms.
Why the Chinese are kicking our asses.
Except for the government corruption, you'd possibly be right. Then why didn't the feds take back the money? Oh that's right, the slush known as the Federal Highway Fund. Prevent waste? Why without Waste we'd have no reason to exist!Heh, some sour grapes it sounds like.
How about Alaska's "Bridge to Nowhere"? A half a billion dollar suspension bridge that less than 1000 people would use in a month .... or was it a year?
He who decides to build first counts the cost... as WELL as the return.
And right now, hate to break it to you, this nation is a bad investment all the way around. Maybe after Obama's removed from office and the senate goes conservative. We'll see then.
Funny you mention the "Bridge to Nowhere" because Alaska didn't wind up returning the money. In fact they still built the road that was going to the bridge. Only now there is no bridge.
And I hate to break it to you..this nation is a great investment. It's one of the safest, least corrupt and well built countries in the world.
Considering the ever-growing inventory of foreclosed property we have, I doubt we will be doing much building any time soon.
Guess you missed the shake off the crust part.
You need a vacation.
I suggest Shanghai.
And when you come back..you can let me know..in no uncertain terms.
Why the Chinese are kicking our asses.
Shake off the crust/2 steps forward and then 20 back ... iMELT/GE sending 2 departments to china which will be in direct competition with the US not to mention 10 years down the road we will be crying about being behind in technology and wonder why and all this with a punch in the gut from the white house
Except for it's violation of the first amendment, the Incumbent Protection Act was an interesting theory.Except for the government corruption, you'd possibly be right. Then why didn't the feds take back the money? Oh that's right, the slush known as the Federal Highway Fund. Prevent waste? Why without Waste we'd have no reason to exist!Funny you mention the "Bridge to Nowhere" because Alaska didn't wind up returning the money. In fact they still built the road that was going to the bridge. Only now there is no bridge.
And I hate to break it to you..this nation is a great investment. It's one of the safest, least corrupt and well built countries in the world.
I am all for campaign finance reform..I thought that McCain/Feingold was a great start.
The Citizen's United Decision is a blight on our poltical system.
What's your thoughts on this?
Yep.
Simple as that.
The United States needs to build.
We are a nation of innovators, dreamers, and builders.
Time to shake off the crust and do what we do best.
Build.
If it wasn't for NAFTA, CAFTA, FTAA and most favored trade status to economic enemies, this wouldn't be a problem now, would it.Guess you missed the shake off the crust part.
You need a vacation.
I suggest Shanghai.
And when you come back..you can let me know..in no uncertain terms.
Why the Chinese are kicking our asses.
Shake off the crust/2 steps forward and then 20 back ... iMELT/GE sending 2 departments to china which will be in direct competition with the US not to mention 10 years down the road we will be crying about being behind in technology and wonder why and all this with a punch in the gut from the white house
From the sounds of it..GE must be the only company ever to engage in this sort of practice..since it seems to be the only company conservatives ever bring up.
Now why is that?
First, it's not "pennies on the dollar" to them...it's not even dollars, it's rupees, and a damn good living. Secondly, I have done this before and have seen none of your short term consequences. Not a one. Lastly, if "brain drain" is a reality long term, well that would be yet another reason to lower corporate taxes and onerous regulations, wouldn't it? Remember I really wanted to build in the US but that is not financially feasible. If the cost analysis were even close, I'd take the chance and build here. As it stands, it's nowhere in the ballpark. Perhaps we can change that at the ballot box in 2012. We'll see. I would happily locate the next business here if it makes any financial sense to do so.
You originally complained about having to get healthcare for your employees and that you had to pay them more then you think you do. I'll ask again, why are you in favor of making someone accept a wage that they could not possibly live on? Maybe you don't believe that directly. But by moving operations to India, you pretty much imply that you think low wages and no healthcare for your employees is moral and the right thing to do.
Answer that question before you move onto the bottom line.
I don't think there is any legislation that would be more beneficial to the country than real campaign reform, however I don't see how it can be done. With the Supreme Court siding with big corporations and special interest, legislators desire to maintain the status quote, and apathetic voters, I think it's almost hopeless.Except for the government corruption, you'd possibly be right. Then why didn't the feds take back the money? Oh that's right, the slush known as the Federal Highway Fund. Prevent waste? Why without Waste we'd have no reason to exist!Funny you mention the "Bridge to Nowhere" because Alaska didn't wind up returning the money. In fact they still built the road that was going to the bridge. Only now there is no bridge.
And I hate to break it to you..this nation is a great investment. It's one of the safest, least corrupt and well built countries in the world.
I am all for campaign finance reform..I thought that McCain/Feingold was a great start.
The Citizen's United Decision is a blight on our poltical system.
What's your thoughts on this?
GE sending 2 departments to china which will be in direct competition with the US
Well built for who? Oh, yeah, the big nasty, mean bullies who decide they don't want the little guy in the womb for vanity's sake.
Except for it's violation of the first amendment, the Incumbent Protection Act was an interesting theory.Except for the government corruption, you'd possibly be right. Then why didn't the feds take back the money? Oh that's right, the slush known as the Federal Highway Fund. Prevent waste? Why without Waste we'd have no reason to exist!
I am all for campaign finance reform..I thought that McCain/Feingold was a great start.
The Citizen's United Decision is a blight on our poltical system.
What's your thoughts on this?
Citizens United was probably the best thing possible for this nation. After all, why should unions and PACs have all the fun to buy candidates?
But this isn't about campaign finance reform. Nobody in politics wants it, particularly those profiting from the current corrupt system. If you really wanted to fix things and remain constitutional, you'd make all donations "hard" and require them to be openly registered to individuals given directly by a single person open for public scrutiny. No PACs, no organizations, no anonymous money of ANY kind.
Of course if you want to violate the first amendment, bar any and all private money from politics, force everyone to donate 10 dollars per year towards the campaign fund, and have it split equally between all candidates running every year. Of course then you'd have to violate all sorts of first amendment rights, but what the hell do we care???
