“local” Charts
Local Businesses Generate More Wealth for Communities »
In addition to a loss in local spending generated, communities also sacrifice social benefits fostered by ownership of local business,…
Co-ops: Growing the Local Economy »
In the 7 Rivers region of Wisconsin, the Fifth Season Co-op is strengthening the local economy by democratizing who owns…
Breakdown of a Pimp »
A trafficker is anyone who profits by receiving cash or other benefits in exchange for sex with a minor. These…
Are We Ready for a Solar Rooftop Revolution? »
Solar power is getting cheaper and growing faster every year. Are our utilities ready for a swarm of customer-owned solar…
Going Wireless? It's Gonna Cost You »
For wireless consumers, the cost of going cordless can be hefty. Over the last few years, the average tax burden…
The Resurgence Of American Federalism »
Federalism, the concept of a decentralized governmental structure, may very well be experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Since the 1970s,…
Cooperatives: We're Still in Business »
Not only do cooperatives create jobs and generate local spending, but they also tend to last longer than traditional businesses.…
Infrastructure Investment: Leave It To The Private Sector »
The US economy certainly needs strong infrastructure, and while President Obama has called for a 50 billion dollar infrastructure investment…
Percent of Sex Trafficking that Occurs Locally May Shock You »
The percent of traffickers who operate locally is equal to the percent who operate city-wide, nationally, and internationally combined. This…
Impact of the Bank of North Dakota »
North Dakota is the only state so far that has established a publicly owned bank. Founded in 1919, the Bank…
Half of Germany’s 63,000 MW of Renewable Energy is Local »
Germany is undergoing a powerful transition to carbon free energy, but it's also shifting power to local ownership, multiplying the…