Silicon Investor (SI) -- The First Internet Community

STOCKTALK

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor. We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community. If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.

Technology Stocks : Disk Drive Sector Discussion Forum -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Frodo Baxter who wrote (5598)	2/17/1999 8:51:00 AM
From: Sam	Respond to of 9256

Well, in principle, I support free trade. I even support taking chances with it, I supported NAFTA. But some of the Asian countries scare me. Their trickle down is a very very slow trickle. They need a native Henry Ford to convince them that workers who have enough money to consume are a good thing for the company, for the economy, and for their country.

To: Frodo Baxter who wrote (5598)	2/17/1999 11:22:00 AM
From: Z Analyzer	Respond to of 9256

This ignorant average layman is still awaiting enlightenment on the questions posted. :) -Z

To: Frodo Baxter who wrote (5598)	2/17/1999 11:25:00 AM
From: graybeard	Respond to of 9256

I endorse free trade. Japan does not. As Z states it's a two way street. To understand Japan's Weltpolitik one must have basic knowledge of their history and culture, both of which are truly unique. I am often amused at the hand wringing and chagrin expressed in the west when Japan's economic policies revert to form. They remain obdurate and intractable. It's part of who they are. Free trade or protectionism? It is not a completely black or white issue. There are exceptions to every rule. Unfortunately, the gray areas are predominant. gb