On October 4,2007...KB Toys announced a recall of about 10,000 wooden toys due to a violation of the lead paint standard. The toys being recalled are the Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet and Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts and Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks.
Manufactured in China.
On October 4, 2007...Dollar General announced a recall of about 63,000 Frankenstein Tumblers due to a violation of the lead paint standard. The recall includes green, plastic Frankenstein head-shaped tumblers.
Manufactured in China.
On October 4, 2007...Eveready Battery Company announced a recall of about 79,000 Pirates of the Caribbean Medalion Squeeze Lights. The squeeze lights are gold in color and about 1 3/4 inches across. They are attached to a leather strap and metal clasp. For a photo, go to www.recalls.gov
Manufactured in China.
On October 4 , 2007 ...CKI announced a recall of about 15,000 children's decorating sets due to a violation of the lead paint standard. The recall involves These Totally Me-Funky Room decor sets.
Manufactured in China.
On October 4, 2007..Kids II announced a recall of about 35,000 Baby Einstein Color Blocks due to a violation of the lead paint standard. The recall involves Baby Einstein Discover and Play Color Blocks with model numbers 30726 and 30881.
Manufactured in China.
On October 4, 2007....Antioch Publishing announced a recall of about 150,000 bookmarks and journals due to a violation of the lead paint standard. The recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing's Signature Collection.
Manufactured in China.
On October 4, 2007...Sports Authority announced a recall of about 11,200 aluminum water bottles due to a violation of the lead paint standard. This recall involves the Alpine Design water bottles that were sold at Sports Authority stores nationwide. The water bottles are sold in different colors and measure between 6 and 10 1/2 inches tall.
Manufactured in China.
If you believe that you own any of the recalled products, please log onto www.recalls.gov for more information.
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The Frankenstein Tumbler, another one that will for sure go in the mouth.
The Baby Einstein Color Blocks are a probable stick in your mouth chew toy for babies and toddlers.
AND that water bottle, too.
This makes me sick. When I did my article I saw there were more recalls but I didn't see what they were, it just said 'several' other recalls were expected that day. Can you believe this? UNBELIEVABLE!!
Apryl...you still on the Thomas the Train sets cuzz? If this keeps up, you're gonna have your work cut out for you for quite some time now.
What I find very interesting is that you seem to think that things never change. At one point, the Mattel/Fisher Price lead-paint recalls were due to a tainted batch of yellow paint. Now there are other products and colors involved in recalls too. Wow, what a shocker.
But anyhoo....since you seem to be keeping up with all this stuff about lead paint, and since you work in a store that sells a lot of products from China, I was wondering if you know anything about these lead paint testing kits I've seen advertised lately. With some of them, you collect samples and send them to a lab, and with others you do the tests yourself. Do you know anything about them? Do they work? Does your store sell them?
Another "10" from me, Tim. Thanks for keeping us all informed about these recalls.
(Reuters) - The world's largest toy maker, Mattel Inc, apologized on Friday for damaging China's reputation after recent massive recalls of its Chinese-made toys, admitting it targeted some goods that were actually up to scratch.
Mattel has come under scrutiny following the recall of about 21 million of the toys in a span of five weeks, many because of excessive levels of lead paint.
"Our reputation has been damaged lately by these recalls," Thomas Debrowski, Mattel's executive vice president of worldwide operations, told China's quality watchdog chief, Li Changjiang, in the Chinese capital.
"Mattel takes full responsibility for these recalls and apologizes personally to you, the Chinese people and all of our customers who received the toys."
Debrowski said he realized the damage that had been done to the reputation of Chinese goods, adding the company was committed to manufacturing in China and was also investing $30 million in a Barbie store in Shanghai.
"But it's important for everyone to understand that the vast majority of those products that we recalled were the result of a design flaw in Mattel's design, not through a manufacturing flaw in Chinese manufacturers."
The company added in a statement that too many toys had been recalled, although it said that was because it puts safety first.
"Mattel is committed to applying the highest standards of safety for its products. Consistent with this, Mattel's lead-related recalls were overly inclusive, including toys that may not have had lead in paint in excess of U.S. standards," it said.
"The follow-up inspections also confirmed that part of the recalled toys complied with the U.S. standards," it added.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/ts_nm/china_safety_mattel_dc
Ah, but what the heck...let's bomb 'em, anyway!
Beef Recall Puts Top U.S. Hamburger Maker Out Of Business
Irish Sun
Saturday 6th October, 2007
The largest producer of hamburgers in the United States, and probably the world, closed its doors Friday.
Topps Meat Company announced that because of the economic impact of the second-largest beef recall in U.S. history, involving more than 21.7 million pounds of ground beef products, it is forced to close its Elizabeth plant and go out of business effective Friday.
"This is tragic for all concerned," Anthony D'Urso, Chief Operating Officer of Topps, said Friday. "In one week we have gone from the largest U.S. manufacturer of frozen hamburgers to a company that cannot overcome the economic reality of a recall this large.'
http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/3a8a80d6f705f8cc/id/
288541/cs/1
It might screw up the whole "China is Evil" vibe he's got going.
Have you heard about those dastardly folks up in Wisconsin:
Sam's Club Recalls Cargill-Made Hamburgers in U.S.
Sat Oct 6, 11:51 AM ET
Sam's Club is pulling frozen hamburgers made by agribusiness giant Cargill Inc. from its stores shelves across the United States as Minnesota health officials investigate four cases of E. coli associated with the burgers.
In a statement dated Friday, Sam's Club owner Wal-Mart Stores Inc said the warehouse club is removing the American Chef's Selection Angus Beef patties from U.S. locations and giving refunds to customers who already purchased the burgers.
All four cases of E. coli being investigated occurred in children, the Minnesota Department of Health said in a statement. The cases are associated with eating ground beef patties purchased from Sam's Club stores in late August and September.
Sam's Club customers should return or destroy any American Chef's Selection Angus Beef purchased from Sam's Club since August 26, the department of health said.
Cargill said the hamburgers were manufactured at its plant in Butler, Wisconsin.
Symptoms of E. coli 0157:H7 illness -- the strain associated with the recall -- include potentially severe stomach cramps and diarrhea.
The recall comes in the wake of another beef-related health scare. Last month Topps Meat Co LLC recalled 21.7 million pounds of beef linked to 30 cases of E. coli-related illness. On Friday, Topps said the recall forced it out of business.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071006/us_nm/samsclub_recall_
dc&printer=1;_ylt=Am_K4imxUCCv.BnJqoKHqhsXIr0F
Well, time to put away the barbecue grill!
American-Made Toys
Roy Toy
Log cabin and other wood structure construction toys, made in Maine.
Stack and Stick
Wood construction sets with unique details, made in U.S.
Vermont Teddy Bear
You can even take an online or in-person tour of this famous teddy bear factory.
K'NEX
K'NEX construction set pieces are primarily manufactured at their Pennsylvania factory. Read their safety statement on other toy components.
Step Two
Most of Step Two's large play products are U.S. made. Read their safety standards for components produced in China.
Camden Rose
We especially love the beautiful wood toy kitchen. Handmade in USA
Elves and Angels
Handcrafted pretend-play kitchens and accessories, made in Maine.
Green Toys
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Lauri Toys
Lauri's foam puzzles tend to be for younger children. 95% of its products are wholly made in the U.S.
Play Clay Factory
Non-toxic scented play clay made in the U.S.
ZomeTools
A very creative construction toy, made in the U.S.
Taurus Toy Block-n-Roll System
A U.S. made block and marble construction set that is compatible with Lego/Duplo and MegaBlocs.
Dado Cubes
Unique new construction toy for younger children, made in U.S. by Fat Brain Toys.
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Corolle Dolls
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Ravensburger
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HABA
The German toy manufacturer has kept its creative quality spirit through the years. For example, check out the beautiful porcelain toy tableware set, mail and doctor play sets.
Playmobil
Playmobil extensively tests the raw materials, such as the paint, used to produce their toys. See the company's safety-testing statement.
Spielstabil
PVC-free plastic toys that are CE rated, microwave and food safe. See the products on the web site, then find at retail stores.
Toy Retailers
Turner Toys
An online toy retailer where safety standards and testing are discussed in detail. Turner Toys lists the country of origin of their toys, does not carry toys with PVC, and lead tests all the products they offer.
Oompa Toys
This online toy store carries primarily European toys, and they are expanding their toy detail pages to include information on toy safety certification for each product.
Moolka Toy Shop
An online retailer for European-made toys.
Maukilo Toy Store
Another good online source for high-quality European toys.
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Plan Toys
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Stay away from them hamburgers, though!
Mattel should take full responsibility for their product line. I don't think they should have to apologize to the Chinese for ruining their reputation. If anything the Chinese should be apologizing for sending inferior products to us. There are guide lines to follow and I don't believe that LEAD PAINT would be part of those guide lines.
Susan * if your toys in the attic are made before I believe the 60's there may be a problem. Once they found out it was harmful they stopped using it on toys and in dishes. So, even check your old Fiesta Plates. Some are actually NOT safe to eat on even though our parents and we as children ate from them. You just have to be aware of potential danger.
Felix...This article isn't about tainted beef. Perhaps you should write an article about that?
And your point is?
"Shhhhhhhhhhhh...Tim doesn't like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans. "
Are you trying to say that American companies are trying to kill Americans? Or is this just another lame attempt at detracting people from the violations of the lead paint standard?
" It might screw up the whole "China is Evil" vibe he's got going "
I'm not tying to get a " China is Evil " vibe going on, but that's obviously what you want people to think...and it's not working.
Just the shipping of products to this country consumes an enormous amount of energy.
If people stop buying imported than we will have money for made in USA.
I would rather buy less stuff of good quality made here then imported.
Our children do not need as many toys they now get to develop. Actually the contrary is true.
But since China owns America now, I guess it is patriotic to buy Chinese.
HMMMM?????????
Or do we really know???
They sure do not have our safety and best interest at heart.
Wonder when our government will wake up and do something about this instead of just recalling the items. Lets not have them shipped to the US to start with!
That would keep our children safer as well as give our own people employment. Looks like a Win Win situation to me.
You can also call them at 1-800-262-5323.
Thanks for the info, Leticia.
" You know what is SO freakin' scary about this batch? The blocks are a probable stick in your mouth and chew on it toy for a toddler."
And the meat is a definite stick in your mouth and chew on it thing for kids and adults alike. How freakin' scary is that?
Here again is evidence of Wil attempting to draw attention away from the recent recalls of Chinese-made imports due to a vilation of the lead paint standard. He's simply here to run interference..and he's not all that good at it really.
" But I'm not a communist. I don't have anything in particular against communists, but it's not my cup of tea. All the stuff equality ans social justice and nobody going hungry, ect sounds good to me, but the reality doesn't work out that well. Maybe I'd go for communism more if I got to be the one in charge of dividing everything up "
Take your time reading it though. It's pretty twisted up, however the last sentence pretty much tells the story.
And another one. Maybe I'd go for completely unfettered free-market capitalism more if I were a zillionaire.
Lame, but funny.
" And another one. Maybe I'd go for completely unfettered free-market capitalism more if I were a zillionaire. "
Wil...you've missed your calling in life.
Bob...Wil just might go for that if he got to be the President of " The United Socialist Republic of North America " *chuckle*
Deb...Don't expect Wil to understand any of that. He has a problem with reading comprehension. * grin *
So who's the criminal responsible? The people who created the lead-based paint (not illegal in many applications, for example military and industrial), or the people who faked the paperwork so they could sell it to be used for things that are illegal?
The manufacturers who didn't double-check to make sure the paint didn't have too much lead? The toy companies that imported the toys, the retailers who sold them, or the consumers who bought them? Or how about the parents that let their kids play with them.
I agree that the children are the innocents. Are any of the rest of us? Or do we all share part of the responsibility for these potentially-dangerous products ending up in our homes?
Deb....What Wil is trying to say here is that parents are neglecting their children when they don't test the toys that they buy for their children for lead in the paint.
Shame on all of you parents according to Wil.
Deb..don't buy into this. This is just another lame attempt on Wil's behalf to detract you from the issue of this article by attempting to make you, and all parents, feel guilty.
Wil...Toys aren't illegal, and the military doesn't use Frankenstein tumblers nor children's decorating sets. Surely you aren't that stupid! * smirk*
Wil isn't trying to say anything, Tim. Wil said. If I'd wanted to say that parents are neglecting their children when they don't test the toys they buy them, I would've.
If we're going to play stupid games where we post what we want people to believe other people are trying to say, then I think I'll go with something like this.
Deb....what Tim is trying to say is that he doesn't care how many little kids get sick or die from lead poisoning, or how many people are hurt or killed by other unsafe products as long as those products are Made in the USA.
What Tim is trying to say is that when the products come from China it means that China is evil and that Chinese workers are deliberately trying to kill Americans, but that when the products come from the USA it means that we should at least be thankful that somebody's still providing Americans with jobs. Oh, unless they're hiring illegals, in which case they should get rid of them and hire real Americans to make their dangerous products.
I'm sure we could do this stuff all day, Tim. But honestly, what would be the point?
Thanks for pointing out that I didn't word that very well, Tim. What I was trying to say is that lead paint isn't illegal for some things (like military and industrial use), but it is illegal for others (like house paint and toys), and that some people were faking the paperwork so that they could sell the lead-based paint to be used in ways where itwas illegal.
Personally, I think a big chunk of the blame goes to those people. But at the end of the day, I think everybody involved bears some of the responsibility. And I think that's been acknowledged by a lot of people throughout the various discussions we've had about these issues.
Wil..Since you are obviously stalking me, and you pounce on me everytime I post one of these articles, perhaps you can answer that question?
It's obvious that you have a hard on for me. If you're gay, that's your personal choice. I really hate to burst your bubble, but I'm into chicks. Robin Williams clones don't do it for me.
If you're into guys, there are plenty of gay guys right here on Gather who you could be stalking.
What difference does it make where the thing was made, Deb? Is a lead-tainted toy that's made in America any better than a lead-tainted toy that's made in China?
If by "greed" you mean the desire to make more money and to get more stuff by spending less money, then I think there's plenty of that to go around too. Don't you?
Let's see here, 7 recalls of Chinese made imports announced in one day due to violations of the lead paint standard. This fact is what Wil is attempting to distract everybody from.
Like I said above, Wil is running interference. and considering all of the other people's comments on this article, it's obvious that he isn't doing a very good job.
Sure, I can answer that question. There really isn't any point. Which is why I think it makes more sense to just accept what people say as what they mean to say. And to accept that the most likely reason why people tend to leave comments in a bunch of different discussions all on the same or related subjects, it's because they have an interest in that subject. And that the most likely reason (apart from having interests in the same topics) that the same people tend to comment in the same discussions is because of the subscription/connection system here at Gather.
Seems logical to me, but maybe you prefer your paranoid fantasies instead.
And how is Wil doing that? Go back to my first comment in this discussion...I addressed the point you raised about my statement (in another discussion) that the only tainted color was yellow. And I asked about the lead-testing kits because I thought you might know something about them.
I asked about the lead-testing kits not to distract from the subject of toys being recalled for violations of the lead paint standard but to find out if there was something we as consumers can do to protect ourselves. I think if parents are worried, it might be a good idea if they could find out whether their kids' toys are safe without having to wait and see if they're recalled or not.
I don't why you think asking about lead-testing kits is an attempt to distract from the fact that a lot of toys have been recalled for violations of the lead paint standards, but if that's how you see it, that's your choice.
Ugh..what?
"And to accept that the most likely reason why people tend to leave comments in a bunch of different discussions all on the same or related subjects, it's because they have an interest in that subject"
Wil..have you been hitting the crack pipe tonight? Are you saying the you aren't interested in music? Poetry? Sports? Food? Photography? Scenery? Personal Essays? and the many other subjects that are written about here on Gather?
Your posts speak for themselves. All one has to do is follow your comments in order to see what you're all about.
"It might screw up the whole "China is Evil" vibe "
Wil....This is where you first hijacked this thread as well as putting words into my mouth that I didn't say. * smirk*
Since I posted that in response to somebody else's comment, I don't know why you're accusing me of hijacking your thread.
If I misrepresented your opinions by putting words in your mouth, I apologize. Does that mean you do like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans?
I don't recall anyone except you making such a statement, nor did I ever say that the Chinese are trying to kill Americans. I'm not fond of anybody killing anybody really.
" Shhhhhhhhhhhh...Tim doesn't like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans. "
"It might screw up the whole "China is Evil" vibe "
Since you mentioned my name in that comment, do you really expect me to believe that you posted that comment in resonse to someone else's comment? * chuckle *
And this wasn't another attempt to hijack this thread and distract people from the subject at hand? * grin *
My question to you, are you just going to go out and purchase something for the baby because it's cute and you like it, not caring that it's from China or are you going to take a second look at it and feel a little concerned if it says Made In China?
I apologize, Tim. I thought you'd said that all these tainted products was evidence that the Chinese were trying to kill Americans. I'm glad to hear that you didn't say that. I'm not fond of anybody killing anybody, either.
"Since you mentioned my name in that comment, do you really expect me to believe that you posted that comment in resonse to someone else's comment? * chuckle *"
It was a response to Felix's comment. Does that mean if you (I mean you personally) mention somebody's name when you comment, you're really talking to them?
"And this wasn't another attempt to hijack this thread and distract people from the subject at hand?"
I'm not the one who first mentioned the meat or sticking things in your mouth and chewing on them. Yet I'm the one you're accusing of trying to hijack your thread and distract people from the subject at hand? LMAO!
Thanks, Lynn.
To be perfectly honest, I'm really not going to be all that concerned. Sure, it'll be in the back of my mind, but I'm not going to lose a lot of sleep over it. I keep up with the recalls, and I try to take care when making purchasing decisions. But if I worried about everything that could be dangerous (not just to the baby, but in general), I'd worry myself into an early grave.
And in any case, I'm not going to worry more just because something's made in China. Our house, like most peoples', is loaded with stuff from China. When my kids visit their friends' houses, they're loaded with stuff from China, too. I'm sure the school has plenty of Chinese-made stuff, too. This is the reality of our lives. I don't think it's anything to panic over. So I won't.
I don't for a second believe that if the Chinese manufacturers knew that every batch of toys would be tested for lead or other things before being accepted and PAID FOR that you would see any such problems except for an occasional genuine mistake. Remember, the Europeans set the bar a lot higher and as a result they have much less of this kind of blatant intentional shaving of the rules.
My understanding is that Mattel and others trusted the guy doing the manufacturing to do the testing then certify the safety. Yeah right. And the Fox is fully competent to guard the henhouse. Sheesh.
Of course you wern't the first to mention meat and sticking things in your mouth, however you were the first to make the comment below...
" And the meat is a definite stick in your mouth and chew on it thing for kids and adults alike. How freakin' scary is that? "
Wil.....Are you denying the fact that you were trying to draw attention to the recent meat recalls in an attempt to distract people from the recent recalls of Chinese imports due to violations of the lead paint standard?
You are one who expects people to back up their posts with facts. In this article, I did just such. However that isn't good enough for you, and you don't like the facts, so in response, you attempt to jack the thread and turn it in a direction that favors your opinion,which is in direct opposition to the facts stated in this article.
Wil...You're a funny guy! * chuckle*
Children don't eat hamburgers? Or is it alright to put out harmful stuff if it's made in the U.S.A.?
Feel free to delete my comments.
The fact is that I was responding to a comment made by Lynn R. and in doing so I made reference to the meat recalls introduced into the discussion by Felix. The fact is that I don't believe talking about tainted meat distracts from talking about tainted toys. I think (at least I hope) that people are perfectly capable of being concerned about both. Don't you think so, too? Or are you somehow hoping you can get people so fired up about the tainted toys from China that they'll be too distracted to worry about the tainted meat from New Jersey?
My cat Orphie!
Felix...did I say that?
"The fact is that I don't believe talking about tainted meat distracts from talking about tainted toys."
Wil...You and Felix should get together and write an article about that.
" Or are you somehow hoping you can get people so fired up about the tainted toys from China that they'll be too distracted to worry about the tainted meat from New Jersey? "
Another attempt to make me look like the bad guy and a lame one at that. * smirk*
Elsie...Thanks for stopping by sweetheart!
You think accusing somebody of talking about one thing to distract people from another thing is an attempt to make that person look like a bad guy? Is that what you were trying to do when you said:
"Are you denying the fact that you were trying to draw attention to the recent meat recalls in an attempt to distract people from the recent recalls of Chinese imports due to violations of the lead paint standard?"
You were trying to make me look like a bad guy?
I think talking about potentially-dangerous products, regardless of what they are or where they come from, is important. I didn't raise the issue of the tainted meat in your thread, but I think it's cool that Felix did. If the purpose of your articles is to raise awareness of potentially-dangerous products, and not just to engage in a bit of China-bashing, then I don't see why you think what he posted was some sort of evil attempt to derail your discussion.
If you want to talk about the latest recalled lead-tainted products from China, then go for it! I don't know about anybody else around here, but there are plenty of things related to your topic that I'm interested in discussing. I don't know how "on topic" you consider them, since I get the feeling the only thing you consider "on topic" are comments about how we should demand that everything sold in America be made in America.
Wil..It wasn't an EVIL attempt to derail the conversation, however it was an attempt to derail the conversation, just as several of your comments were. Tainted meat and products violating the lead paint standard are tow different issues.
I stated facts in this article. There were seven recalls of Chinese- made products due to violation of the lead paint standard on October 7,2007. That's a fact that can't be denyed. If you want to shoot the messenger, I'd suggest that you go over to www.recalls.com and send them an e-mail. But then again, your opinions probably won't be voiced pubicly there, so instead you decide to go after me here on Gather where you can further your opinions and propaganda. Nice try, but it ain't working.
What? Using your own comments against yourself? ROFLMAO!!!
" Or are you somehow hoping you can get people so fired up about the tainted toys from China that they'll be too distracted to worry about the tainted meat from New Jersey? "
Wil...Grasping for straws? Or tying to pull something out of your ass? I stated facts in my article, and it's obvious that you are uncomfortable with those facts. * grin *
" The fact is that I don't believe talking about tainted meat distracts from talking about tainted toys. "
Two seperate issues there dumbass.
" And in any case, I'm not going to worry more just because something's made in China. "
So why did you ask me about the lead testing kits? Boy this is getting good! ROFLMAO !!!
" Does that mean you do like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans? "
I challenge you to prove where I painted such a picture. * smirk *
" And the meat is a definite stick in your mouth and chew on it thing for kids and adults alike. How freakin' scary is that? "
Just what did that comment have to do with vilolations of the lead paint standard?
" Shhhhhhhhhhhh...Tim doesn't like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans. "
I wonder how many times that I'm going to have to copy that comment? * chuckle *
I'm not uncomfortable with those facts, nor have I disputed any of those facts. You might remember that I thanked you for keeping us all informed about the lead-paint recalls.
"Two seperate issues there"
To you, maybe. Not to me. But even if they were, I don't see how talking about one stops or distracts anybody from talking about the other.
"So why did you ask me about the lead testing kits?"
Because people have commented in this and in some of your other threads saying they were scared or worried. I hadn't heard of these lead-testing kits before, and I don't know much of anything about them. I do know that there are some sick, pathetic assholes out there that love to take advantage of people in times like this (remember the fake antrax testing kits back in 2001) so I thought I'd ask about them.
"I challenge you to prove where I painted such a picture."
I challenge you to answer the freaking question, LOL!
"Just what did that comment have to do with vilolations of the lead paint standard?"
I think a kid (or anybody else) eating crap-tainted meat is much scarier than a kid possibly putting a toy in their mouth that contains paint that violates the lead paint standard.
"I wonder how many times that I'm going to have to copy that comment?"
You may choose to post that comment as many times as you like. I've already said that I'm sorry if I misrepresented your opinions by putting words in your mouth. I've also asked you to clarify just what your opinion is. If you do like it when people talk about American companies trying to kill Americans, then it's clear that I was wrong and that I owe you an apology.
"I stated facts in this article. There were seven recalls of Chinese- made products due to violation of the lead paint standard on October 7,2007. That's a fact that can't be denyed."
I haven't said you didn't state facts in your article, and I haven't in any way tried to deny those facts. I'm more than happy to acknowledge that your facts are spot-on, Tim. As best I can remember, with regard to the info you've posted about recalls of products manufactured in China, I've never questioned your facts or questioned the validity of your source (recalls.gov) in any way.
If you want to talk about how I'm derailing your thread by talking about things other than products recalled due to violations of lead paint standards, that's fine with me. If you want get back on topic, that's fine with me, too. I'm here either way.
I noticed that a lot of the products you listed were manufactured for particular retailers -- Dollar General, KB Toys, Target, ToysRUs, etc. Since you're involved in the retail industry, you probably know more about this than I do. Do you these sorts of recalls are significantly different from the others, where there was a separation between the manufacturers and the retailers?
Also, if you're interested in sharing, I'd be very interested to hear more of your experiences "on the front lines" so-to-speak. I remember you saying that a lot of your customers were checking toys and putting them back on the shelf when they saw that they were made in China. Is that happening with other types of products? Based on what you see happening there in your store, do you think consumers are more careful about what they buy, and do you think their level of concern is continuing to increase?
If you think these sorts of questions are off-topic, or if you just don't want to answer them for whatever reasons, I understand. Just thought I'd throw them out there because they are a few of the things I've been thinking about since you published this article.