You believe that empowering local communities and economies will lead to a more sustainable, self-sufficient, and culturally rich society.
Localism is a political ideology that emphasizes the importance of local communities and their ability to govern themselves. It is based on the belief that power should be decentralized and that decisions should be made as close to the local level as possible. This ideology argues that local people have a better understanding of their own needs and circumstances, and therefore, they are better equipped to make decisions that affect their lives.
The roots of localism can be traced back to ancient civilizations where local communities had the power to govern themselves. However, the mod…
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Do you think that local governments should have more control over environmental policies in their area?
@9KPBBSP2mos2MO
Yes certain states have certain environmental problems, if they are getting out of hand then let them change something for the better.
@9KPBB3CIndependent2mos2MO
Yes, because they know what’s around them locally rather than nationally
Federal guidelines should be established for public safety, including the power to effectively enforce them. Local governments can set higher standards, if they wish; shorter deadlines for conversion to clean energy, regulation of local industry, etc.
@9KPB9M42mos2MO
yes and no because there has to be some government say
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When choosing where to eat, do you consider the importance of local restaurants; why?
Yes because it is where people take time to spend with family which is important for mental health.
@9K92RT5Peace and Freedom2mos2MO
I think it’s important to know about the restaurant before you go to prevent anything that could happen bad to happen with your health.
@9K8ZRF52mos2MO
Yes. Eating at local restaurants puts money in the pocket of their staff, and a lot of times local restaurants source local foods. It further stimulates the economy in small communities.
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What does 'support local' mean to you in terms of music, arts, and entertainment?
@9HZ4QSX4mos4MO
Supporting the family-owned businesses around me and showing my support for them.
@9HZ4KYTIndependent4mos4MO
Support local artists by supporting their shows and the venues that host them.
@9HZ4MCL4mos4MO
It means to support local businesses and not support big franchises
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How would your spending habits change if you only bought from local artisans and producers?
@9L6JKQJ1mo1MO
Maybe they would be cheaper than bigger name brands, plus it could help promote the persons business to gain more customers
@9L6JK7K1mo1MO
My spending habits would increase as I am giving back to my community.
@9L6JGLR1mo1MO
Our economy would improve greatly, but our options may be limited.
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If you could create any community-led initiative to improve your town, what would it be and why?
@9JJS6C6Women’s Equality3mos3MO
Poverty help. There are so many people below the poverty line who could use help.
@9JPKPMM3mos3MO
So our people are able to live in a space that not only beneficial for them but their kids as well. Leading to a more promising future.
@9JJR7YB3mos3MO
Put spike traps on roads to encourage the decreased use of fossil fuels from car emissions.
@9JJQLC33mos3MO
More musicians! Various music outreach programs because the arts are one of the most important parts of our society.
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Would you prefer buying locally made products even if they cost more, and why?
@9HT5QX24mos4MO
For smaller purchases I would say stay local but if you were to go for a bigger list of items I would go to a Walmart of other big franchise to save money. Everything has gotten so expensive you can’t allows help out the local grocery stores cause they have to charge more.
@9HT79LNJustice party member4mos4MO
Yes, it would be important to buy products even if they are expensive because if one person likes that one product and it is expensive for them, they should purchase it for their home so they can use that product for their daily needs.
@9HT5WFX4mos4MO
As an individual, I would prefer to buy the cheapest option as long as there isn't an extremely considerably difference in quality, taste, and chemical appearances in the products.
@9HT5PK64mos4MO
Locally made products are likely better for you and therefore cost more.
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How do you picture your community being different if everyone shopped at local markets instead of online?
@9HZ6KH44mos4MO
People may connect with each other more while supporting small local businesses.
@9HZ6ZXG4mos4MO
I can see the markets being overcrowed, forcing business to open more stores.
@9HZ6Q2T4mos4MO
It would be more close-knit and our town's economy would improve.
@9HZ3ZV7 4mos4MO
eveyone would be more connected as even just going to the super market will have you interacting with people and makes being less of an internet zombie
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Should local communities have more say in educational curricula to reflect regional values and histories?
@9HCR2H95mos5MO
I think there need to be a consistent curriculum in school. Kids are still developing during their school years, and are easily manipulated. We need to teach them real and useful things and let them make up their mind outside of school.
@9HCQRP75mos5MO
As long as the curriculum doesn’t favor one religion or culture.
@9HCSK2V5mos5MO
If the topic is extremely sensitive, or dangerous, the people should be allowed to decide.
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What's a project or initiative you'd love to see in your community that could make it a better place?
@9HZ73FH4mos4MO
everyone can help keep our earth clean and help prevent climate change getting worse
@9HZ7DCC 4mos4MO
I would love to see an increase of help and findings of schools, community centers, libraries and other centers to help underprivileged children.
@9HZ7BGP4mos4MO
Better public transportation and higher population density.
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If you were in charge for a day, what one change would you make in your school to better reflect your community's needs?
@9HZQXBQ4mos4MO
If I will have an opportunity in charge for a day, I want to build a comfortable learning environment , gender quality, the schools spreads a good and positive, additionally, I want to meet all needs where possible
@9HZ6ZNP4mos4MO
One change I would make in my school would be a better school lunch.
@9HYC75N4mos4MO
I would give a better school lunch. I'd do this because some kids don't eat in school due to the garbage food that is given. Thus starving themselves till they get home which is sometimes around 3 or 4.
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Have you ever felt that a law or regulation didn't apply well to your area because it was designed for a different place?
@9HGQBBR 5mos5MO
Kind of. I blame my local government for using minimal effort in interpreting them.
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