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…