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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Graham Introduces Bill to Mandate U.S.-Made Coast Guard Uniforms
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has introduced the Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act, which would require all U.S. Coast Guard uniforms to be produced within the United States. Under existing law, every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces—with the exception of the Coast Guard—is…
Tell Your Kids to Get Their Zoomies Out on These American-made Playsets
When it comes to backyard swing sets, there are plenty of Made in America options. The weather’s getting warmer, and with it comes more outdoor play opportunities for kids. In an era of screen time, being able to go outdoors and exercise is extremely important….
American-made cabinet manufacturing is re-entering multifamily
For years, imported cabinetry became the default sourcing strategy across much of the multifamily industry. Lower overseas pricing, large-scale volume, and established supply channels pushed much of the market toward imported product. Today, that conversation is beginning to change. American-made manufacturing is increasingly becoming a…
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