Paper bags might not seem like a groundbreaking invention, but Margaret E. Knight’s ingenuity transformed how they were made. Yet her path to recognition was anything but simple.
The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) educates policymakers and the public, advocates for actions that will create more manufacturing jobs in America, and builds coalitions to support our mission. We have a 15+ year track record of success, and we see a brighter future for U.S. factories ahead. Learn more.
AAM was founded in 2007 by leading domestic manufacturers and the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union, with a clear mission: strengthen American manufacturing through smart public policies.
Capacity utilization for manufacturing dropped slightly to 75.7% in August.
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