I bought a few shares in Excelsior Henderson, after the stock had declined quite a bit, with the thought that some company might acquire the motorcycle company. I had been through the plant several times and it was a good plant and a well-designed product. Minnesota needs more manufacturing, or substantive economic activity of one type or another. But, I wish I could feel more confident in Minnesota's industrial future. Each year, another major company or two seems to get neutered.
Agriculture remains problematic.
Perhaps more alarming is the dramatic shift of high value-added manufacturing processes to other locations. I am convinced that very few people know about or understand these major wealth-changing trends. Perhaps the fedgazette can continue discussion of these important topics in the future. Best wishes to you all. I read every issue of the fedgazette , but sometimes I do not get to it right away.