Making It in America

More about the book

The narrative follows Ben and Whitney Waxman, a couple in Maine striving to revive American manufacturing by creating ethically made sweatshirts. Their journey explores the complexities of the textile industry, tracing the hoodie’s origins from cotton fields to factories, while highlighting the historical significance of textiles in capitalism and labor movements. As they navigate personal struggles and broader economic challenges, including the impact of the pandemic, their story intertwines with critical themes of global politics, trade, and the ethics of production.