Why Wisconsin’s $4.5B Deal With Foxconn Is a Disaster

Why Wisconsin’s $4.5B Deal With Foxconn Is a Disaster

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The video discusses the issues surrounding a factory in Mount Pleasant, WI, highlighting the disparity between political promises and the reality faced by workers. It explores Foxconn's history of unfulfilled promises in various countries and the financial commitments made by the state. Senator Ron Johnson provides insights into the changing business environment and the challenges of hiring in the state.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main issues faced by workers at the Foxconn factory in Mount Pleasant, WI?

Permanent employment

Importing products from Canada

Low pay and temporary jobs

High wages

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country was NOT mentioned as having experienced unfulfilled promises from Foxconn?

Brazil

Indonesia

India

China

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major question raised about Wisconsin's negotiations with Foxconn?

Why the factory was built in Mount Pleasant

Why previous red flags were ignored

Why the factory imported products from Mexico

Why the workers were paid high wages

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Senator Ron Johnson mention as a challenge for businesses?

Stable business environment

High demand for Apple products

Low investment in R&D

Uncertain and changing environment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the financial commitments made by the state of Wisconsin?

Providing a 20% wage subsidy

Building a new factory in Milwaukee

Committing $120 million to related R&D projects

Investing $200 million in local businesses