Shop Local
Where we spend our money matters.
Over the past few decades, small businesses and properties in our communities have been increasingly acquired by large corporations. These corporations are often publicly traded and owned by institutional investors who prioritize profits over community interests. It’s time to take action and support our local community by shopping locally as much as possible. By doing so, we can make a difference and take control of who profits from our money, supporting our neighbors, friends, and families.
“When you’re supporting small businesses you’re not helping a CEO buy a third vacation home. You are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy his team jersey, a mom put food on the table, a dad pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college.” - author unknown
Why Buy Local? Part 3: Feeding the Beast
We need to take back control by supporting our local businesses and keeping our money within our communities. We must stop feeding the beast and start nourishing our own backyard. It's time to recognize the true power brokers behind the scenes and make a conscious effort to shop local, shop small, and shop smart. The future of our communities depends on it.
Why Buy Local? Part 2: Big Corporate “Monopolies”
According to an investigation published by The Guardian, 92.9% of carbonated soft drinks are owned by three corporations: Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Keurig Dr. Pepper. Yes, you read correctly…. Over 90%. Only three companies?
Small Business vs. Private Equity Firms
In this video, Robert Kennedy Jr. talks to Tiffany Cianci, previous owner of a gym for children, on how a private equity firm destroyed her life and business.
Why Buy Local? Part 1: The Illusion of Choice
Walk into any major grocery store’s beverage aisle, and you’ll see shelves upon shelves of different brands from which to choose. But do we really have freedom of “choice”? Or is it just an illusion? And why should we care?