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…
Declaring Our Economic Independence
As we prepare to celebrate our nation’s 249th birthday, a good question to ask ourselves is “are we really an independent nation in the vision of our Founding Fathers?” Considering…
China, 5G, and the battle for economic superiority
There is a lot of talk these days about national security and American competitiveness regarding China, and for good reason. And it certainly didn’t start after the November 2024 elections….
Enjoy Rupiani’s Deep Dish Chicago-Style Pizza for 50% off, Free Cheesecake, and Free Shipping!
Right now, you can get delicious Chicago-style pizza shipped to your door from one of my favorite American companies – Rupiani’s Pizza (www.rupianis.com)! Simply use the special code ROGER50 at…
American flags help consumers find U.S. products
There is a lot of confusion these days about what constitutes an American product. Even though the Federal Trade Commission has given (mostly) clear guidelines, which include defining ‘Made in…
Blade + Blue is among the best in American-made apparel
I love writing about American-based companies with which I’ve had a positive, personal experience. Blade + Blue is one such company. Almost everything Blade + Blue makes is made in…
Enjoy authentic Chicago-style pizza without leaving home
By Roger Simmermaker November 24. 2024 Ever since I left Chicago, where I went to college in the mid-1980s, there is one thing that I miss from there above just…
Can you spare seven cents to support U.S. jobs?
Seven cents. Yes, it seems insignificant, doesn’t it? But sometimes that’s all it takes to support American jobs instead of those in China, Mexico, and other foreign countries. And sometimes,…
American-Made Opportunities Abound to Accent Your Home
There are many American-made products in the home goods category that I could name, but this time I’m listing items I have personally bought, used, and like. My wife and…
How to find American-made products when they aren’t on store shelves
According to a November 2023 Morning Consult Poll, 86% of Americans surveyed said they would like to buy more American-made goods if only they were available through large retailers. There…
The advantage of American-made experience
Sometimes the best referrals for the best American products often come from word of mouth or personal experience. In this article, I feature three American-owned companies that make their goods…
More Ways to Keep Our Money in America Where it’s Needed
The holidays are well behind us, but even though we aren’t laser-focused on buying that American-made gift for family or loved ones, we should still seek to buy American whenever…
Action Alert: Tell Congress to enforce ‘Build America, Buy America’ infrastructure requirements
A recent poll of registered voters found that 83% believe American taxpayer dollars spent on U.S. infrastructure should be spent on American-made products. Unfortunately, special interests that oppose the Bipartisan…
Airbus used bribery campaigns to export U.S. military technology
When Airbus was found guilty of bribery related to the sale of helicopters, satellites, and commercial aircraft to Libya and Kazakhstan, which mainly occurred between 2006 and 2011, French prosecutors…
The best U.S.-made Christmas gifts: Part 2
A recent Morning Consult survey found that 76% of U.S. consumers prefer to buy American-made products over foreign products. So, if you are one of that 76%, I hope you…
Authenticity50 offers the best in American-made bedding products
If you’re looking for quality American-made bedding made with U.S.-grown cotton, Authenticty50 has you covered every domestic stitch of the way. Don’t fall for the ads from that bedding company…
Here is your 2022 American-made gift-giving guide for the holidays
The holidays always mean gift-giving, which means shopping, which presents an opportunity for patriotic consumers to find and buy American-made products. If you are still looking for unique American-made gifts…
5 unique ways to Buy American that Americans should know about
American Made Baby Products is a mom-owned retailer of high-quality, USA-made baby items. At www.americanmadebaby.com you’ll find over 100 American-made baby products. As a first-time mom, the owner spent several…
How to bolster Buying American beyond consumer spending
We all know that we can encourage buying American through our purchases of American products, but how can we encourage it beyond that? The answer? Tariffs on imports. Why? Because…
Tell Warren Buffet to divest Chinese-owned electric car company
BYD is a China-based EV automobile company and stands for “Build Your Dreams.” The “dream” of this Chinese company to enter the U.S. market should never become a reality. Unfortunately,…
How to put zip into your July 4 barbecue
If you’re going to be one of the 200 million Americans planning to celebrate July 4th weekend with a cookout or picnic, then Billy Twang has the best dry rubs to help…
Look for the flags to find the U.S.-made products, website says
The new website BuyOurUSA.com is now live after many years in the making and redefines how consumers evaluate the patriotism behind the products they buy. An immigrant from Guyana, Rudi…
America’s oldest kitchenware company recognized on July 4
If you are looking for unique and authentic American-made kitchenware and accessories, you need to check out Jacob Bromwell. On the website, you’ll find dozens of quality-made products that will make…
Foreign investments in Twitter raise national security concerns
At first glance, Elon Musk’s Twitter bid may seem like a “nothing to see here” moment. Still, at least 12 former and current officials examining foreign investment say there could…
How to support ‘Made in the USA’ beyond just buying American products
Have you ever ordered a product online that was advertised as “Made in the USA” only to discover when you received it that it was made in China or some…
How ‘free’ trade ends up costing U.S. taxpayers
Free traders have constantly dismissed “Buy American” advocates, policies, and legislation by claiming that importing products from foreign countries that could be made in America is cheaper for the consumer….
Elon Musk is on America’s watchlist for China dealings
As outlined by Brody Mullins and Susan Pulliam at the Wall Street Journal this week, Elon Musk’s dealings with and praise for China have placed him on America’s must-watch list,…
How U.S. consumers can punish Putin’s Russia with their pocketbooks
If you want to punish Russia with your pocketbook, you can stop buying Russian vodka brands and stop patronizing Russian-owned Lukoil gas stations in the United States. Avoiding imported Russian…
U.S. businesses need to exit Russia’s ally China, too
If ever there was a case for U.S.-based businesses to exit China, the flurry of many of them refusing to do business with Russia provides the best reasoning yet. The…
Elites encouraging China – at U.S. expense
It’s no secret that China has gone from a hopeful, potential partner to a clear adversary – not just to the United States but also many of our allies. Why,…
Time to stop sending China our U.S. dollars
A recent “Great Technological Rivalry” report from Harvard’s Belfer Center says China is already number one globally in some areas and could soon be the global leader in almost everything…
Avoid the slow boat from China with domestic options
It is no secret that imported holiday gifts may not arrive to make it under the Christmas tree this year. Even if you ordered American-made, there is still no guarantee…
Why Higher Prices (think Buy American) are Good for our Economy
Higher wages, even when accompanied by higher prices, are key to a higher standard of living. Seventy percent of our country’s economic activity is due to consumer spending.
Chinese-made parts for our U.S military?
Buy American advocates have always been frustrated by having no way to know if what they are buying online is American-made or imported. Now we have a chance to turn that around!
How American Consumers Can Support Small Family Farms
It is no secret that giant agricultural corporations have hijacked our country’s food system, making it harder for small farmers in America to survive. Corporations now own more and more farms once owned by families or individuals.
Support American-Made Small Businesses this Black Friday
The ‘Buy American’ strategy has always been more than walking into a store, looking at products on the shelves, and hoping that store offers made in the USA merchandise. Many…
The U.S. Must Beat China One, if By Land, and Two, if by Space
It’s no secret that the U.S. has waged an economic war with China by moving to restructure the global supply chain away from Chinese producers in favor of domestic producers…
American Action Alert: Sign the Petition to Help Our Farmers and Ranchers!
In 2015, Congress voted to end the requirement that meat labels must tell us whether our meat is imported or domestic. Today, Americans can no longer choose American beef unless…
New Simmermaker book shows how to put the ‘tough’ in ‘tough on China’
We cannot let China surpass us to become the world’s number one superpower economically, technologically, and/or militarily. If we do, will Americans take to the streets chanting, “We’re number two, we’re number two!”? I doubt it. Second place means second tier and second rate. That’s not America.