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The first Tuesday in November rolls around. You’re still coming off a sugar high from Halloween. You just survived another Monday. Kudos to you, but you still have a job to do. 

It’s Election Day.

Why should you care? Because way too many people fought for you to walk into that voting booth and fill in a little bubble.

1776: The US of A is formed. That’s right. Land of the Free, Home of the Brave. Almost 10 years of fighting for freedom results in an unprecedented form of Democracy. ‘Merica.

That’s right. George “I’m Going to be the First American President” Washington.

1792: America is growing. This year starts the year that white men do not have to own property to vote, starting with Kentucky, you, Unbridled Spirit State, you.

1870: The Fifteenth Amendment victoriously passed, showering that awesome freedom of voting to all men, regardless of race, color, or “previous condition of servitude.” Freedom.

1920: Woman power. The Nineteenth Amendment is passed, giving women the right to vote nationally. After 41 years of debate in Congress, women could walk into a voting booth.

1965: The Pres Lyndon B. Johnson signs The Voting Rights Act of 1965. Enforcing and solidifying the Fifteen Amendment. Protecting the voting rights of all races. Way to go, POTUS!

1971: The voting age is changed from 21 to 18 years old, so our brave soldiers could fight for and exercise the right to vote.

None of these rights came without sacrifice. None of them came easily. Get out and vote on Election Day. Register to vote as soon as you can.

If you’re American, it’s your right. It’s your responsibility. 

American Made. Eco-Friendly. Artisan Made. 

Lots to love.

This company’s story is one we love to hear, one of entrepreneurs who “get it:” American Made makes sense.

What started as a stainless steel water bottle company, this California-founded company found the environmental problems of shipping their product from oversees. 

So they found a solution.

Drawing from their Cali resources, they found a design by using none other than clay! That’s right, Earthen, a top layer ground clay, is the base of their product, Earth-In Canteen. Add a non-toxic glaze, and you have yourself a reusable water bottle.

Photo via Ra Yoga Pinterest

Sold both online and in select stores, Earth-In Canteen provides an eco-friendly way to support handcrafted, American made! A win-win-win in our books!

Photo via thegrommet.com

“We invite you to experience the peace of drinking pure water from a local, honest, perfectly natural, and totally sustainably-made canteen.” -Earth-In

Find Earth-In here: http://earthincanteen.com/online-store/#

Have an American made product?

Let us know at [email protected].

Find us at www.shortrunpro.com.

The English language is such a funny thing. 

Here at Short Run Pro, we value the art of metal working. It’s at the core of who we are and what we do. 

To find another company that has this same appreciation and is American made is a win-win in our books!

Alex and Ani - American Made Jewelry 

Whether you are looking for yourself or a gift for someone special in your life, this is a great company to watch.

From bracelets, to necklaces, to anything that can hold a charm, this company specializes in finding a match that fits your personality the best. Many Alex and Ani bracelets, or bangles, are worn in multiples.

Special thanks to Alex and Ani’s Instagram: @alexandani

More than jewelry, this company is proud of their Made in America charm that goes on most of its jewelry.

“Our collections are made up of powerful, meaningful pieces that are artisan crafted entirely in the United States with love and integrity. Manufacturing in America with sustainable materials is an integral part of the ALEX AND ANI mission of corporate consciousness.”

What else is in their mission of “corporate consciousness?” Each piece is designed and made with an eco-conscious processes.The company also supports many different charities through a jewelry collection, Charity by Design.

Photo www.alexandani.com/charity-by-design/

Want to learn more? Check them out at www.alexandani.com or find them on Tumblr: alexandani!

Is your company American Made? Let us know at [email protected]!

Find us at www.shortrunpro.com

That’s right. The Freakin’ USA.

With a company name like Freaker USA, you know this company has originality written all over it. 

Located on the coast of North Carolina, this Wilmington company started this business from a design concept and ambition. If the name sounds familiar, you’re probably remembering an episode of ABC’s Shark Tank. 

Photo from www.freakerusa.com/about

What is a Freaker?

Short answer? A bottle insulator that fits everything. But more than that, the company has created a brand and identity that goes beyond the product. From the images to the verbiage on their website, the company goes beyond just selling a product, they are creating a brand that reflects what they really want to portray. And we’re happy being Made in America is a big part of it.

Wanna learn more about Freaker USA? Find them here: http://www.freakerusa.com/

For when the imported stuff won’t do.

Made for men. By American men. That’s the story of Duke Cannon, a soap manufacturer specifically for men. The manly men that is.

With scents such as “Smells like Productivity” and “Smells like Victory,” there is no question this brand is for those who are not looking for just anything off the shelf. 

But our favorite part? That Made in the USA label. Coming straight from Memphis, Tennessee, this product boasts it’s love for the US of A. Even more, a portion of their profits supports veterans. 

As their website says:

“Currently, we’re workign with Honor Flight Network to give our American veterans a very well deserved trip and tribute that sadly they cannot afford on their own. Honor Flight Network transports the heroes of the armed forces to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at its memorials.”

Photo found on https://www.thegrommet.com/duke-cannon-big-ass-brick-of-soap

Wanna see more? Visit their website: https://dukecannon.com/

Have a Made in America brand? Contact us at [email protected] and let us know!

 It’s summer time, which means warm weather, sandy beaches, and lots of time spent outside.

Why not spend it with a Made in America product?

We came across this game that is part Bocce ball, part marbles, all American made, Murbles!

What’s better than American made? RECYCLED American made!

There are multiple size sets to choose from, perfect for however many people you have at your party! 

“Murbles are proudly 100% American Made with a focus on quality and craftsmanship. Murbles are made from high-density 3 inch diamater solid plastic with a weight of 1/2 pound each.”

You can also create custom colors, custom sets, and custom bags!

Looking for your own set of Murbles? Find them here: http://murblegame.com/

Wanna be displayed as a Made in America product? Email us at [email protected]!

Happy Independence Day, my fellow Americans.

May you find many reasons to celebrate as great as these fellow Internet users.

Because of that majestic bird

Because of Liber-Tea

Because Who Doesn’t Want Freedom?

Because here’s to you, Cap.

Because everyone and everything should celebrate.

Because we’d go a thousand miles for America too.

At Short Run Pro, we love making your design dreams a reality! When a customer needed a very special design for a wall plague, we loved the opportunity. 

 For all our equestrian friends, you will love it as well.

Love it as much as we do? Let us know!

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