American Made

The stories felt very personal and impactful. I'm curious whether the author spent time in these areas or if this was based on extensive research.

The way complex topics like automation and industry decline were explained made me think about how accessible nonfiction can be. Did the storytelling help demystify these issues?

The individual narratives made the broader economic themes hit close to home. I wonder if the author chose these stories to highlight systemic issues or for emotional impact.