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Trump complained to Bezos before Amazon said it scrapped idea to display tariff cost Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has cozied up to President Donald Trump since the Republican won a second White House term.

A tariff is a tax paid by American suppliers and consumers on imports, directly to the US treasury.

This is not a partisan issue. It’s the truth.

29.04.2025 16:39 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The Walmart Effect New research suggests that the company makes the communities it operates in poorer—even taking into account its famous low prices.

“In the 10 years after a Walmart Supercenter opened in a given community, the average household in that community experienced a 6 percent decline in yearly income—equivalent to about $5,000 a year in 2024 dollars—compared with households that didn’t have a Walmart”

#Buylocal - keep $ local

23.04.2025 15:49 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Get out there and have conversations in your community. Even better, do it at a locally owned and operated establishment!

There is more that unites us than divides us.

#community #buylocal #localeconomy

18.04.2025 19:46 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Today is Economic Blackout day.

No big chains. No Amazon.

If you need to shop, then shop local.

18.04.2025 12:53 — 👍 7922    🔁 2050    💬 310    📌 126

Immigration agents arrest Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University protests A prominent Palestinian activist who helped lead last spring's protests at Columbia University has been arrested by federal immigration agents.

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10.03.2025 06:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

5 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE THE EFFECTS OF THE SPENDING PROTEST FOR THE LONG HAUL 1. The moment farmers market season begins, vow to dedicate your Saturday mornings to picking out your produce and paying cash instead of sieeping in. You can always take a nap later. If you can`t make it to markets, look into local farm produce subscriptions 2. Look for where you can switch up your essentials. Get your bar soap, candles, coffee and more from small local shops. Our local businesses aren't JUST for getting gifts. 3. Repair, don't replace. When your favorite shoes start to wear a bit, get them resoled at the local cobbler instead of pitching them and getting new. Many cobblers can do work on purses and bags too. 4. Dine out locally on weeknights. Everyone hits up their favorite restaurant on a Friday night. Go support and pay cash during slow days! Choose slow fashion. No more low quality disposable clothes that only last a season. Buy better, buy less, and learn to mend. 5. Double bonus! Get your dog treats monthly from the local Barkery, and start spending weekends at art shows and festivals! www.lindseytheladysmith.com

"5 ways to maximize the effects of the spending protest for the long haul." Stolen from Sons of Liberty. #Boycott #Resist #3E #EndOligarchy

09.03.2025 03:05 — 👍 5    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

When we shop small, we can create a wealth of change, particularly in our local community. We can help ensure our public school systems are funded, that there are enough bus lines to help folks commute across the city, & that our hospitals are stocked with resources to ensure we are healthy & safe.

27.02.2025 18:50 — 👍 180    🔁 25    💬 1    📌 3

Considering the spending bill and the massive tax cuts for the billionaires this video is worth watching. If someone could update it to 2025 I’m sure it would be more startling.

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27.02.2025 22:57 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Good business is good for everyone.

Support businesses that support your community.

Stop sending your money to the rent seeking rich that suck wealth from local communities.

We’re making it easier to buy, sell, and gift in your local community. Follow for launch!

#buylocal #localeconomy

25.02.2025 07:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We’re working on something new. There is a coast to coast movement to stop sending money from YOUR communities to big retail, big banks, and big tech. Follow to learn more about our mission to make it easier to buy local and keep dollars in your community.

21.02.2025 06:26 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0