I Make America Supporter Mike Rowe of “Dirty Jobs” Speaks to Congress about U.S. Equipment Manufacturing (Video)

Mike Rowe advocates for U.S. manufacturing competitiveness through infrastructure investment. Rowe, the host of the Discovery Channel’s TV program “Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe,” recently testified before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee’s hearing on “Manufacturing Our Way to a Stronger Economy” in support of U.S. manufacturing jobs and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM) I Make America campaign.

In his testimony, Mr. Rowe described his experiences working with manufacturers and skilled laborers across America, his personal initiatives in support of jobs creation, and the importance of paved roads and reliable bridges. In his written testimony, Mr. Rowe said, “I am ready, able, and eager to partner with the federal government to help reconnect our country to the importance of manufacturing and skilled labor.” In addition, he demonstrated his support of the I Make America campaign stating he was proud to join forces with AEM “…for the launch of I Make America, a national grassroots campaign to promote U.S. manufacturing jobs through infrastructure investment and the passage of export agreements.”

Here’s a video of Mike Rowe talking about the campaign. Enjoy.