Walmart and Amazon Undermine American Trucking with Multilingual Signs
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Posted 5 hours ago
**Crisis Looms as English Vanishes from American Roads**
In a troubling development for American labor, Walmart and Amazon have begun displaying signs in multiple languages at their truck depots, sparking fears among many that the integrity of our workforce and safety standards are at risk.
Once considered the backbone of the American economy, the trucking industry is witnessing a dramatic shift as corporations turn to cheaper, foreign labor, sidestepping American truck drivers who have built their lives around this vital profession.
Rather than prioritizing American workers, these retail giants are exploiting loopholes in labor regulations to fill their fleets with non-citizen truck drivers, many of whom lack adequate training and English proficiency. This is not merely a matter of business — it’s an affront to American sovereignty and safety.
In response to this alarming trend, President Donald Trump previously enforced an Executive Order mandating English Language Proficiency (ELP) for commercial drivers. His initiative sought to ensure that anyone operating an 80,000-pound vehicle on American highways could communicate effectively, thereby safeguarding highways from potential hazards posed by language barriers.
Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, has echoed these concerns, alerting the public to the potential dangers posed by unqualified drivers holding non-domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). With language barriers hindering communication, the risks to public safety magnify, particularly as these individuals navigate busy roads alongside seasoned American drivers.
This isn't merely about economic competition; it's about an existential threat to the culture and structure that has underpinned the American trucking industry.
Meanwhile, Washington remains notably silent, asleep at the wheel as corporate America continues to indiscriminately fill positions without regard to the safety and training of the individuals behind the wheel.
The distribution centers' shift to multilingual signage serves as a glaring reminder that American workers are being sidelined — a strategic move that threatens not just jobs but the foundational values of fairness and accountability.
As American families brace themselves for another summer of travel, it is essential to question what lies ahead for the trucking industry. Are we content to watch as our highways become dominated by drivers who may lack the necessary skills and training? The Biden administration must take immediate action to rectify this situation and prioritize American citizens in the workforce.
The future of trucking and, by extension, the future of American jobs hangs in the balance, calling for immediate attention to protect the hardworking individuals who have dedicated their lives to this industry.
Sources:
zerohedge.com
usdollardefense.com
thecollegefix.com
In a troubling development for American labor, Walmart and Amazon have begun displaying signs in multiple languages at their truck depots, sparking fears among many that the integrity of our workforce and safety standards are at risk.
Once considered the backbone of the American economy, the trucking industry is witnessing a dramatic shift as corporations turn to cheaper, foreign labor, sidestepping American truck drivers who have built their lives around this vital profession.
Rather than prioritizing American workers, these retail giants are exploiting loopholes in labor regulations to fill their fleets with non-citizen truck drivers, many of whom lack adequate training and English proficiency. This is not merely a matter of business — it’s an affront to American sovereignty and safety.
In response to this alarming trend, President Donald Trump previously enforced an Executive Order mandating English Language Proficiency (ELP) for commercial drivers. His initiative sought to ensure that anyone operating an 80,000-pound vehicle on American highways could communicate effectively, thereby safeguarding highways from potential hazards posed by language barriers.
Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, has echoed these concerns, alerting the public to the potential dangers posed by unqualified drivers holding non-domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). With language barriers hindering communication, the risks to public safety magnify, particularly as these individuals navigate busy roads alongside seasoned American drivers.
This isn't merely about economic competition; it's about an existential threat to the culture and structure that has underpinned the American trucking industry.
Meanwhile, Washington remains notably silent, asleep at the wheel as corporate America continues to indiscriminately fill positions without regard to the safety and training of the individuals behind the wheel.
The distribution centers' shift to multilingual signage serves as a glaring reminder that American workers are being sidelined — a strategic move that threatens not just jobs but the foundational values of fairness and accountability.
As American families brace themselves for another summer of travel, it is essential to question what lies ahead for the trucking industry. Are we content to watch as our highways become dominated by drivers who may lack the necessary skills and training? The Biden administration must take immediate action to rectify this situation and prioritize American citizens in the workforce.
The future of trucking and, by extension, the future of American jobs hangs in the balance, calling for immediate attention to protect the hardworking individuals who have dedicated their lives to this industry.
Sources:
zerohedge.com
usdollardefense.com
thecollegefix.com
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