Globalization

"Accordingly, globalization is not only something that will concern and threaten us in the future, but something that is taking place in the present and to which we must first open our eyes" - Ulrich Beck

            This quote truly speaks to the topic of globalization, but only in the sense that it will carry negative impacts.  On the other side, Robert Reich stated “Globalization and free trade do spur economic growth, and they lead to lower prices on many goods.” In either case, globalization is undoubtedly a world issue that must be addressed.

            In my opinion, I support the idea of globalization, though it does have its effects on the rest of the world. For example, if we look at a major company such as Walmart, we see a company that ships and receives products internationally due to globalization. However, by this it is allowing them to purchase products that are cheaper by outsourcing the purchased products from countries such as china and Thailand. This is possible because of poor wages and work conditions which allows for cheap labour.

            “Proponents of globalization argue that it allows poor countries and their citizens to develop economically and raise their standards of living, while opponents of globalization claim that the creation of an unfettered international free market has benefited multinational corporations in the Western world at the expense of local enterprises, local cultures, and common people.” (Globalization 101 “online”).

            In conclusion, I still support the idea off globalization, and although it has its negative impacts, one must simply see it how it is, evolution. The world is and will continue to move forward at a rapid pace, instead of being yet another generation that complains about change, let us be a part of that change in a positive way.