Vote with your dollar

“Every dollar you spend... or don't spend... is a vote you cast for the world you want.”

- L.N. Smith

We’ve all heard the sayings that money makes the world go 'round and money is power. You can take that power directly into your own hands by supporting small local businesses - independent retailers and restaurants return two to three times as much money to the local economy than chain competitors.

You can also exercise this power by being aware of the footprint of your purchases - by finding out how an item was produced, how the workers were treated, what resources were used to make it, and what resources were needed to transport it. With these expenses in mind, a pint of strawberries from Chile might have a much different global cost/footprint than a pint from your local farmer, even if the store-bought version is a dollar cheaper.

Below are some links with info on the benefits of buying local, how to reduce one’s global footprint, and where to find independent businesses in Cincinnati.

Please share your findings with friends/family, with the hashtag #votewithyourdollar