Every year, billions of American taxpayer dollars are spent purchasing products for federal, state, and local governments.

But where do those dollars go after the purchase is made?

When tax dollars are used to buy American-made products, they can do more than fulfill a government need. They can support American workers, strengthen domestic manufacturers, contribute to local economies, and help maintain the manufacturing capacity our country depends on.

In this short video, MadeinAmerica.org , explains why government purchasing decisions matter—and why we should think beyond the initial price of a product to the broader economic impact of where our tax dollars are spent.

This is an important conversation for taxpayers, manufacturers, business leaders, and government procurement professionals.

We encourage you to watch the video and share it with others.

The question is simple:

If American taxpayers provide the dollars, shouldn't we make every reasonable effort to spend those dollars with American manufacturers?

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