In order for one to solve a problem, he or she must first be aware that one exists. In this case, it is known that the hard-working and bright George Mackee has established a good and professional relationship with his boss, Bill, from Austin, Texas. George received a call from Bill regarding the problem, that the smokestack emissions coming from George’s plant in Hondo, Texas, has reached levels higher than the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) guidelines permit. Bill said that the headquarters was not going to invest in new smokestack scrubbers that would simply solve this problem. Since margins were at the tightest they could be. Fines started to collect up since they couldn’t reduce the pollution or pass the EPA. Momentarily after …show more content…
Another option was presented when Bill had once again contacted George, which was to relocate to Mexico. Relocating to Mexico does not mean that polluting air would come to a complete stop or reduce the pollution that would make its way into the U.S side. It would simply mean the current issues with the EPA would be eliminated, since Mexico does not carry the same environmental guidelines in this situation. It also does not mean Mexico is safe from the pollution. Would it be morally correct to relocate? It has become clear to George that there is a problem, which needs to be solved, and solved within one week. His job and family are at stake if he doesn’t find a way to fix this problem. In terms of good morals, the jobs of Ardnak Plastics employees currently employed by George within this specific location are at risk. New workers (Mexican workers) would have to be hired if relocation took place. One may ponder if relocating would be the most ethical decision George could make at this point. And as it seems in, “Something’s Rotten in Hondo”, George’s wife, Mary, points out that some of those employed by George are friends and members of the family. The individuals at stake are George, his family, his current employees, those who occupy living areas near the assumed new location, both towns, and of course, the