When it comes to your purchasing choices for the different products you buy, there are often as many choices as there are cars on the road. It’s always a hard question when it comes to what brands of what product to buy — and often it gets harder when you look at all the things to consider.
For example, who the purchase is going to support? Will it be a large corporation worlds away, where the manufacturers are underpaid, overworked and often overstaffed? Or will it be going toward helping your own economy?
It is entirely possible to lead the recovery of the U.S. economy through jobs in manufacturing, where the unemployment rate is reduced and the tax base paying for benefits is expanded. Astronomical amounts of money are lost in cumulative trade deficits. That’s why it’s important to buy “Made in America” products and support the struggles going on in your own back yard.
Here are some different union made products that you will want to know about and, which can benefit you, America and the millions of union workers across it.
1. Clothing
Everyone needs clothing, and although the current trend of buying secondhand garments is a responsible practice, that doesn’t mean you’ll be buying a union made garment. You need to know about the brands you’re buying whether you’re considering buying a cocktail dress, a pair of socks or any of the vast array of clothing items in between. Here are some examples of union made clothing brands in the U.S that you can feel good about buying.:
- Bergdof Goodman
- All American Clothing Co.
- Danner
- Stacy Adams
- Henry Lee & Company
There are also companies, such as Frank Doolittle, that sell and distribute different types of union made clothing and other products, such as housewares, decals and flags.
2. Beverages
Even though water is touted as a vital beverage that you need to concentrate on drinking every day, the majority of people drink other beverages in their daily lives, in addition to water. From teas and coffees to soft drinks to juices, and of course, alcohol there are a variety of beverages to enjoy. Here are some examples of union made drink brands, which include the all-important water.:
- American Springs
- All Sport
- Great Lakes Coca-Cola
- Northern Fall’s
- Maxwell House
- Dark Green
- Country Time
3. Laundry Detergent
Laundry detergent is vital when it comes to keeping your union made clothing looking, feeling and smelling fresh. You want only the best for your clothes — and avoid irritating your skin — so buy a union brand you can trust. Here are some examples of union made laundry detergents in the U.S.:
- All Laundry Detergent
- Borateem Laundry Detergent
- Ajax Laundry Detergent
4. Tools
DIY is common in many households — from building a new bookshelf to fixing a broken chair. A household equipped with an ample toolbox is a household that can save money because you won’t have to call a handyman. Here are some examples of union made tools in the U.S.:
- Stanly Hand Tools
- Klein Tools
- Black & Decker Tools
- Armstrong
- Hardcore Hammers
5. Pet Treats
So many households have a cat or dog as part of the family, beloved by children and parents alike. You want the best for your pet, just like you want the best for the rest of your family; so having great snacks for your furry friends is as important as having the right things for yourself. Here are some examples of union made pet food and snack brands in the U.S.:
- Beggin’ Strips
- Purnia
- Friskies
- Fancy Feast
- Snausages
5. Cat Litter
As well as great food, great pet care items are essential. Cat trays can be particularly tricky. They can get messy, smelly and generally unpleasant. The right Cat Litter can prevent your cat from becoming the real- life Smelly Cat from the well-known song sung by Phoebe Buffay on the classic sitcom Friends. Keep your cat clean and your house smelling fresh by buying union made cat litter. Here are some examples of union made cat litter brands in the U.S.:
- Tidy Cats
- Litter Green
6. Office Supplies
Whether you work at home, in a cubicle or in a fancy office with a view, a nice, well supplied office is often essential. Pens go missing, paper gets crumpled and paperclips make their way into every nook and cranny. Here are some examples of union made office supply brands in the U.S.:
- Boise Paper
- American Stationery Company Inc.
- Avery Office Supplies
- ACCO Brands
