- Why have 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.