Leslie Chang Factory Girls

In this highly competitive world, the demand for jobs constantly grow along with the demand for new merchandise such as phones, gadgets, and toys. It used to be a matter of going to the store and purchasing the new hottest item, but now, more and more people are starting to think about the hands that make it. The thriving Chinese population is responsible for a large portion of modern commodities. While it is beneficial that many people can find jobs in factories, the conditions that they must endure and the pay that they receive are horrendous. Harmful toxins, strenuous labor, and illicit employers are just the beginning; because of this, first world consumers often feel guilt when buying something such as the new iPhone or Samsung Galaxy. The question is, is migrating and working in awful factory conditions ultimately …show more content…
Sogy agrees with Chang that the factory girls are ultimately benefiting from their work, but he has a concern that Chang did not discuss: China’s environment. He wants to improve the efficiency of the girls’ work and China’s resources. Sogy wants research done on how to decrease excess chemicals released into the atmosphere as well as a better system to maximize the fruits of