November 25, 2011
Dear Friend,
Today, as we mark the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping
season, I’d like to
Rep. Loebsack visits Softronics, Ltd. in Marion take a moment to
talk to you about the importance of supporting our small businesses.
I come home to Iowa every weekend, and have had the privilege of
visiting many small businesses across the district. I am
continually impressed by the innovation, creativity, and
determination exhibited by our local small business owners and
employees.
Rep. Loebsack tours Appanoose Rapids Brewing Company in Ottumwa
Small businesses are the backbone of our nation’s economy. According
to the Small Business Administration, they employ 50 percent of the
private sector employees in the U.S. and, over the past fifteen
years, have created 65 percent of new jobs.
That is why I joined a bipartisan group of my colleagues to
introduce a resolution supporting “Small Business Saturday,” which
takes place each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This day
is all about supporting your local businesses, and I hope all Iowans
make tomorrow a celebration of America’s small businesses by
shopping at a small business in your community and sharing plans to
“shop small” with friends and family.
I wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season.
Your Congressman,
Dave Loebsack
Iowa's Second District
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