The other thing that can be done is simply to refuse to by stuff made in China. I thought it was impossible, but I went out today to a local shoe store (not part of a big chain) and bought U.S. Made shoes. Yes, they cost $145, but when the heels wear out they will be worth fixing. I also helped to keep a U.S. shoe factory open (hopefully they aren't employing illegals). Visit http://americansworking.com to search for items made in the United States. The only things that I have not been able to find that are U.S. made are consumer electronics equipment. So I'll do without or look for used on ebay and craigslist if I need anything like that.