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This pattern is not unique to China alone; it also spans across various countries, including Vietnam and Brazil, driven by the natural market-driven, profit-maximizing behavior of capitalists. Thus, singling out China as the main antagonist for the decline of American manufacturing seems illogical and oversimplified.

The Cycle of Political Promises

Historically, the promise to revive U.S. manufacturing has been a hallmark of nearly every presidential campaign over the past decade, echoing from leaders across both major political parties. Figures such as Bush, Clinton, Obama, and Biden have all championed this cause, yet none have fulfilled these commitments, leaving behind a trail of unfulfilled promises that now resonate in the public consciousness.