[dd74]

Now and then I hear some very forward-thinking (forward to the tune of nearly insane) economist say, "Steel. We should produce steel again." Why? Because we can and should, and petrol prices will rise, which will make it harder for Asia to ship its steel to countries outside its region.

Steel is one industry. The automotive industry -- maybe. Textiles: the best clothing I've ever had was American made.

But honestly, it's a pipe dream without a huge pro-American campaign.