The Crisis Hurting American Independent Businesses

Rising homelessness is plaguing cities across the country, and independent businesses are paying a heavy price with fewer customers willing to visit. Sameer is an independent business owner in Tucson, his restaurant is being impacted by homelessness. Sameer and entrepreneurs like him have one simple ask for city officials: work with us.

Sameer’s American Dream

When Sameer first came to the U.S., it was to earn his Master’s degree. He worked at a Diner at night to pay for school. In 1996, he bought his own restaurant and has been here ever since. 28 years later, hear what free enterprise means to him.

Freedom

Naomi began her journey at La Paloma Flowers as an employee. After working her way up to manager, Naomi was given the opportunity to buy the business. She was scared at first after taking a such a big risk, but now she calls it the “best decision of my life.” La Paloma continues to be […]

Opportunity

Naomi began her journey at La Paloma Flowers as an employee. After working her way up to manager, Naomi was given the opportunity to buy the business. She was scared at first after taking a such a big risk, but now she calls it the “best decision of my life.” La Paloma continues to be […]

Free Enterprise Testimonials: Will, Marion Hodges Home Inspection

https://youtu.be/kJChyyLyG4U Will Hodges joined his father in business, together they help Georgians find the home of their dreams so they can start raising their families.  Will’s Passion: Will started joining his father on home inspections in his early twenties. Now he and his dad are partners who help families throughout their community find peace of mind […]

Free Enterprise Testimonials: Adam, Butcher & Bottle Tavern

https://youtu.be/K3nwhLbia1Q Adam Anacker started his business in 2020. By providing a great product with high-quality service, he’s been able to expand his restaurant and create new, high-paying jobs in his community. Adam’s Passion: Adam’s passion for food led him to opening his own restaurant, Butcher & Bottle Tavern. With great food, great drinks, and great service, […]

Free Enterprise Testimonials: Joshua, Aaron Family Orchards

https://youtu.be/hwftB5B9B0o Joshua Aaron’s family has been farming for generations. He has continued that legacy by building up his orchard, feeding the country, and supporting his community.  Joshua’s Passion: Joshua’s family bought the farm back in 1938, and started their business in 1944. Josh started working on the farm with his grandfather when he was 5 […]

Sage Aubrey: That’s Powerful

Citizens for Free Enterprise Action today released the latest installment in the “Faces of Free Enterprise” series, a regular content series that will focus on the people powering free enterprise across America. The series will highlight the value of free enterprise, featuring local independent business owners, employees and other business leaders in battleground election states around the […]

Ross Reiter: Opportunity

Citizens for Free Enterprise Action today released the latest instalment in the “Faces of Free Enterprise” series, a regular content series that will focus on the people powering free enterprise across America. The series will highlight the value of free enterprise, featuring local independent business owners, employees and other business leaders in battleground election states around the […]

Tim Vasquez: Decide Your Future

Citizens for Free Enterprise Action today released the latest instalment in the “Faces of Free Enterprise” series, a regular content series that will focus on the people powering free enterprise across America. The series will highlight the value of free enterprise, featuring local independent business owners, employees and other business leaders in battleground election states […]