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In reply to the discussion: I don't get the whole iPad 3 craze. [View all]onenote
(43,145 posts)Which many people seem to think is a horrible thing. My question is this: does anyone here think that if everyone stopped spending on anything more than the bare necessities it would be good for the economy, good for job growth? Yes consumerism is one of the factors that drives people to buy apple products. Its also what has resulted in apple opening nearly 250 retail stores employing lots of folks (both as retail employees and those involved in the design and construction of the stores). Would I like apple to build its products in the US? Damn straight. But I'm confused by those who complain about where apple builds its products and then turn around and complain about consumerism. (Not suggesting that you are one of those people, by the way).