Class Discussion 10/6/2014

http://www.wired.com/2011/02/ff_joelinchina/all/1

Article Discussion Questions:

What are the major causes for the suicides in Foxconn? Are they all related to the living conditions?

Why are other companies not providing better conditions such as Terry Gou did with his company?

Do we have a direct responsibility for the deaths of the workers because of our constant need for the latest technology?

Is the solution to these suicides regulation on work availability (safety protocols) or should moves be made to completely revamp the working conditions?

Is the standard of living we envision in the United States possible in locations such as China for these workers?