A Better Way to Buy American
Buying American is about so much more than simply buying American-made products. We truly buy American only when we buy American-made products from American-owned companies–that’s what keeps more jobs, more profits, and more tax revenue within our national borders.
American-owned companies typically pay more taxes to our U.S. Treasury, employ more American workers, and use more domestic parts in their products than foreign-owned companies. Want to learn more?
COMING IN 2026 – THE 4TH EDITION OF HOW AMERICANS CAN BUY AMERICAN
ARTICLES BY ROGER SIMMERMAKER
Sharpie shows how American-made is a competitive advantage
Today, most Sharpie pens – which are available in 93 colors – are made in Maryville, Tennessee, along with Paper Mate pens, Expo markers, and Elmer’s Glue. But it hasn’t…
How to find American-made accessories
It’s often easy to talk about trying to buy American when it comes to big ticket items like cars and appliances, for example. But it’s also often frustrating when you…
Terravive is on track to help revive American manufacturing
When you find products used by consumers and businesses that support American jobs and are also environmentally friendly, that is definitely something to look into. At www.terravive.com, you’ll learn about an…
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American Made: Why Made-in-the-USA Pet Products are in High Demand Among Today’s Pet Owners
Pet stores across the country are leaning into red, white and blue merchandising as demand for “Made in the USA” pet products continues to surge. From pet food and treats to toys, grooming supplies and accessories, American-made goods are becoming a powerful differentiator at retail…
Stanley to close US plant where iconic yellow-and-black tape measures was born as foreign design surges
The tool company made the decision based on lower demand for its iconic single-sided tape measures, saying demand for another product is growing overseas. Stanley expects to close down its plant in New Britain, Connecticut on May 18, resulting in the loss of about 300…
Sub-Zero Plans $196 Million Expansion in Cedar Rapids
Sub-Zero Group Inc. plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Cedar Rapids, adding capacity and jobs at its appliance production facility. The $196 million project will add about 230,000 square feet to the company’s existing 600,000-square-foot plant on the city’s southwest side. The expansion is…
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