My favorite holiday is upon us—Thanksgiving. A day spent sharing a meal and quality time with loved ones; calling family and friends in other parts of the country; watching football (in moderation); and expressing gratitude for all the good things in our lives makes for a great day in my book.

Among the things I'm most thankful for is the country in which I live. Granted, the U.S. has problems, but so does the rest of the world. The economy could be better (it also could be worse), and our elected officials don't seem to be making much headway in resolving important matters. 

A matter of importance to domestic metal suppliers was described in this month's "Tube Talk" e-newsletter. It involves protecting our military and U.S. jobs, and "Tube Talk" readers shared their thoughts. (more...)