Entrepreneurial Nation: Why Manufacturing is Still Key to America's Future

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A call to arms for everyone who believes in Americas future If you trust what you hear in the news America is in trouble. Weve moved our manufacturing overseas. Weve lost our competitive edge to China Germany Japan and Brazil. Weve entered our final days as an economic leader. Dont believe it! This provocative book from a former deputy assistant secretary of commerce will explode the myths youve been fed by the media and reinforce your faith in American ingenuity. Author Ro Khanna takes you inside Washingtons economic think tanks and onto the front lines of the most innovative companies in the nation. Youll discover: How small and large businesses are spurring innovation and growth Why the accepted wisdom about American manufacturing is wrong How America can stay ahead of lower-cost factories in China and Brazil Why manufacturing is so important to our national security and future How to keep the best jobs companies and opportunities here in America Despite everything youve heard about the economy one fact remains: America continues to be a world leader in manufacturing. Some of the worlds best products are still being made here. The worlds greatest innovations are still being developed by Apple Google and countless others. This book will prove to you that smart companies are staying ahead of the curve--and you can too. Youll learn how a fourth-generation business the Globe Manufacturing Company customized its firefighting suits to beat foreign competitors. Youll discover how Vitamix worked with clients like Starbucks to produce a superior coffee blender. And youll hear behind-the-scenes stories from theAmerican steel industry aerospace companies the defense technology sector and other world-class leaders. Youll also learn why companies like Solyndra fail--and what lessons we can take from them. This is more than a book. It is a wake-up callthat will spark debate shatter beliefs and inspire action in every American who wants to succeed in the future. This is Entrepreneurial Nation.