[bopat]

In today's conversations about manufacturing and innovation, a crucial aspect often gets overlooked: the importance of quality products. We can learn from the past when toys, tools, furniture, and kitchenware were crafted with care and durability, often becoming family heirlooms passed down through generations.

Compare the timeless reliability of classic Craftsman tools to modern alternatives like Harbor Freight's affordable yet ephemeral hand tools, which may not
survive a single project.

And let's not forget computer and phone software - in an earlier era, programs were efficient, reliable, and built to last. Now, rebooting is often the
go-to solution, with little regard for whether it actually solves the problem.

I'm nostalgic for the days when American engineering, manufacturing expertise, and commitment to quality products brought jobs and prosperity to our great nation. It's time to bring those values back, create new opportunities, and let other countries focus on their goals.

If China feels they'll be better served without Boeing, so be it. But part of that solution is for Boeing to stop outsourcing and get their process under control.