For much of the 20th century, American manufacturing was the engine of the middle class. Union jobs, pensions, and paychecks you could build a life on. But over time through trade deals, offshoring, automation, and corporate greed , that engine was dismantled.

In this episode of Evergreen Perspective, we take a hard look at how it happened. From the golden age of industry to the quiet collapse of factory towns like Canton, North Carolina, we unpack the real reasons American manufacturing disappeared—and whether it can ever truly come back.

We break down:

The historical rise of U.S. manufacturing and the promises it held.

How NAFTA and China’s entry into the WTO accelerated job loss.

The role of Walmart, Wall Street, and Congress in offshoring American jobs.

What tariffs do—and what they don’t.

Why a real comeback would require more than slogans.

What we can do now to rebuild an economy that values work again.

This isn’t just about economics. It’s about identity. Community. Dignity.
And it’s about whether we’re finally ready to stop repeating the same mistakes.

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#MadeInAmerica #Manufacturing #EvergreenPerspective #LaborRights #NAFTA #Tariffs #WTO #WorkingClass #EconJustice #UnionStrong #CantonNC #FactoryJobs #AmericanEconomy #Globalization

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What does freedom really mean in America today?

In this episode of Evergreen Perspective, we dig deep into the complicated, often contradictory history of freedom in the United States: from its selective beginnings at the founding, to the way politicians, billionaires, and media have weaponized the word for their own gain.

We’ll explore how different political sides frame freedom today, the rise of alternative facts, the devastating impact of disinformation, and why both major parties are guilty of manipulating outrage and division. We’ll talk about how corporate greed, religious overreach, and cultural fear-mongering are sold to us as “freedom” while true liberty slips further away for ordinary people.

This is not just a history lesson. It is a wake-up call.
Because real freedom is not about domination, deregulation, or control over others.
It is about dignity, safety, opportunity, and the right to exist fully as yourself without fear.

Freedom is not a slogan. It is a promise.
And right now, that promise is under threat.

Join me as we cut through the noise and ask:
Whose freedom are we really talking about? And how do we take it back?

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Evergreen Perspective is about cutting through the noise, staying grounded in facts, and fostering real conversations. This isn’t about left vs. right , it’s about people vs. power. Let’s reclaim the conversation.
Share : Knowledge is power. Send this episode to a friend, co-worker, or family member who’s ever questioned the system.

Lewis County Democrats General Meeting - https://lewiscountydemocrats.org/meetings/

Cowlitz County GOP Community Action Night - https://www.facebook.com/events/1834383033405314/?_rdr

Wahkiakum Board of County Commissioners Meeting - https://www.co.wahkiakum.wa.us/257/Board-of-County-Commissioners

Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge - https://www.fws.gov/refuge/grays-harbor/get-involved

When the uniform comes off, the mission doesn’t end.

In this episode of Evergreen Perspective, host Ben Christly, Navy veteran, flight nurse, and former nurse care manager at the VA dives into the real-life challenges veterans face after service. From navigating a broken VA system to battling trauma, addiction, and housing instability, this episode pulls back the curtain on what "supporting our troops" really means.

We trace the history of how America has treated its veterans, from Revolutionary War pension promises to modern-day staffing cuts under the Trump administration. You’ll hear the story of “Tony,” a veteran struggling to access mental health care, and learn how local heroes in Washington’s 3rd District are stepping up to help.

We also tackle tough truths: why privatizing veteran care doesn’t save money, why some veterans feel judged by their peers, and why slogans aren’t enough without policy to back them up.

Key Topics:

• VA staffing cuts in 2024–2025 and the push toward privatization
• The Bonus Army March and its violent fallout
• Veteran homelessness and the role of HUD-VASH
• The emotional toll of transitioning to civilian life
• What real accountability for elected officials looks like

Resources for Veterans:

• VA Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
• National Coalition for Homeless Veterans: nchv.org
• Washington State VA: dva.wa.gov
• WorkSource & Hire Heroes USA job programs

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49th LD Republican Caucus Meeting - https://clarkrepublicans.org/ld-49-
meetings/ld-49th-caucus-meeting-04-26
Repair & Sustainability Fair -
https://lewiscountywa.gov/media/documents/Repair_Fair_flyer_Spring25_CC_Ce
ntralia_4-26-25.pdf

Adopt-A-Park Event at LeRoy Haagen -
https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/adopt-a-park-event-at-leroy-haagen-20/