What are imports?
Why limit imports?
How would a city or region that imported less benefit from limiting imports?
What types of products could be more locally produced? Why? How?
In what other areas would self-reliance be a good idea? (other “essentials”)
What are local examples of self-reliance or import substitution? (farmers’ markets, local fairs with local products)
Does self-reliance mean no trade?
In what ways do current laws/regulations make it difficult for businesses to stay local (not export) their labor/resources/businesses? Be Specific.
