There’s an interesting story in the Christian Science Monitor about the “buy local” movement. Lots of good ideas there. Consumers in the United States need to realize that they are a critical piece of the market. Personally, I think most consumers don’t realize the power they actually have. Sure, monopolies will still exist, and companies will still find ways to abuse the system (and consumers), but the average person can make a difference.

But unfortunately, this also requires a bit more effort on the part of the consumer, and we can’t have that, now can we?

Posted on 16 May 2003