Editor, Wisconsin State Journal:
I read that tear gas canisters used during the recent unrest in Cairo, Egypt, were labeled "Made in America". While unrest in the Land of the Pharohs is unforunate, and we all support the Egyptian people's orderly transition towards greater liberty, the good news here is: "Made in America"!
"Made in America" in this context speaks of opportunity. Unrest appears to be a regretable, yet unavoidable, aspect of human history; consequently, the need for assertive methods of civil stabilization continues to be a growth opportunity, on average, year over year. While we cannot be held accountable for the adverse effects of repression and unrest within other political systems; we should be held accountable for missing the economic opportunities of the moment, especially in these times of financial distress.
Indeed, Wisconsin should be "open for busines"! Our unused and underutilized spaces and places should be pressed into service as job creator zones. Let history guide Wisconsin forward. Specifically speaking, supply construction seed money and declare the abandoned Badger Ammunition facility grounds a tax-free job zone to release this brownfield from the bonds of bureaucratic underutilization so it may be a greenfield of opportunity once again. Tear gas canisters, small arms, riot shields, and countless necessary and value-added products across the world branded not only with "Made in America" but also with "Something Special from Wisconsin" will show the world the job creator in all Wisconsinites.
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