It doesn't have to be this way. We utilize automation and slave-like labor to produce disposal junk. It would be much better if via policy we encourage repair

It doesn't have to be this way. We utilize automation and slave-like labor to produce disposal junk. It would be much better if via policy we encourage repairs, and levy a cost on packaging of any kind. Then the market will sort itself out and there will be work in form of a robust secondary market.