To the editor:
The United States is a consumer society. Nearly 70% of our economy is driven by consumer spending. On the positive side, these spending habits give “We the People” the power of the purse, the opportunity to determine where and how we spend our disposable income.
So, take a minute to think about your own spending. Whose bottom line do you want to support: the giant corporations who fund an administration that is putting our democracy in jeopardy or your local businesses who make an important contribution to the community? People you know and can count on?
If you are concerned about the direction our country is headed, you can do your part by limiting your spending to essentials, but when you do need to shop, “SHOP LOCAL.” With the holidays coming up, it’s the perfect time to seriously think about your priorities.
As a reminder to all of us, the League of Women Voters of Marblehead is engaging in a bumper sticker campaign prompting people to shop local. Look for the red and blue bumper stickers that read “Shop Local!! Save Democracy!!”
Big businesses understand economic pressure and will act to protect their bottom line. When we consumers band together, we can use our power to send them a message to think about where they are spending their capital.
If you would like to help spread this message with your own bumper sticker, email the League of Women Voters of Marblehead at lwvmarblehead@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Grenier
Nancy Powell
Peggy Hogarty
League of Women Voters of Marblehead
