For a few years I've despised corporate America. I do what I can not to support them but it today's world it's hard to do. I spend cash and still write checks whenever possible. I support local business when possible. For groceries I shop locally at Nielsens Market in Solvang, still locally owned. We also do quite a bit of shopping at Trader Joes but this requires a 30 mile drive to Santa Maria or Santa Barbara.
Back to the banks...I missed the boat on Bank Transfer Day but am looking for a locally owned bank. So far the only one I have found is Montecito Bank & Trust but I saw Los Padres Bank is now something else so I will have to look into this. I recently spoke with Solvang Investment Advisor Ben Courtney about Bank Transfer Day, he stated many credit unions invest in large corporate banks so my quest may be somewhat moot. I believe what he says is true but I must continue on my quest regardless.
My quest to keep as much money as I can away from corporate America is my way of voting. I still vote in the elections but have realized this does not seem to affect any change. Politicians will support their biggest donors, corporations, regardless of their platform and promises. I have chosen to vote with my money by shopping local, finding family or non corporate owned businesses, and by using my credit card as little as possible.
I'll keep you posted...
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