Buying only American-made products for a week? Easier said than done! When Joey Fortman, a mother from Philadelphia, was challenged to purchase only domestically-produced goods, she did not expect just how difficult it would be. Not only are most essential everyday products imported, but most goods have at least some imported parts. Fortman takes pride in buying products created by fellow Americans, knowing that she is helping to keep jobs in America. However, she was shocked to discover how much more time and effort this task requires.
If you're planning on hosting a cookout or barbeque in honor of America’s independence this week, be sure to celebrate with supplies made within the country.
Since this task can be difficult, we have created a list of products created by Teamsters:
Claussen pickles7-UpCoca-ColaPepsiSpriteDr. PepperSamuel Adams beerCoors LightBudweiserZephyr waterWonder classic hot dog bunsWonder classic hamburger bunsHostess Twinkies
For a more extensive list of products for your celebration, be sure to check out AFL-CIO’s shopping list of union-made goods here.
--No Name Dame
