PURCHASING 2008
The Rhino’s first New years 2008 resolution is to buy American. This is not to insult those who read my blog from other countries, but rather to help right the economic ship here in the United States. There is a quiet economic revolution taking place based on the idea of "trickle up" economics taking place. Putting money in the hands of American workers and businesses is the first step toward increasing personal wealth.
1. When making a purchase The question asked will be Is it made here in America. The goal would be to buy items with no more than 15% foreign content.
A. There are many sites that list American made products and services such as
http://www.howtobuyamerican.com/.
B. In stores ask for an American product alternatives
The biggest problem is being in a hurry. Often when something is needed we rush to the stores like Walmart that sell foreign goods. Fifteen percent foreign content leaves room for trading globally.
2. Buy illegal alien free.
A. Locate lists of companies that use e-verify in their hiring. I’ve seen one once but lost tack of it when I see it again the Rhino will publish it’s address here.
B. When buying, (especially services) ask if the product or service is made with
American citizen labor.
Buying products and services involving illegal aliens is a cancer on the earning power of American workers.
3. Ask my State and local government officials to commit to buying American from
companies that use American workers.
A. Letters and emails to all who represent me that this is my desire.
B. Make sure that enforcement measures for compliance are adequately funded.
Here in Colorado, where the Rhino lives, has penalties for companies that use illegal
workers on contracts to the State. This is not being enforced.
If all of us make some kind of effort to buy American, even those of you who live in other countries, we can provide stability for American workers who keep the American economy growing.
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