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#DYK: 85% of all businesses in rural America are small. Our new research explores the state of rural small businesses. We have 8 key insights on the opportunities and challenges rural entrepreneurs face. Read more ⬇️ ceopolicy.org/product/8-find…
What's making it so hard to own a business in rural America? Our research outlines the biggest barriers holding rural firms back: ❌ Workforce shortages ❌ Limited access to capital ❌ Rising costs ❌ Post-pandemic recovery Read more ⬇️ hubs.la/Q03y1wbf0
"Tariffs don't help the coffee producer. They don't help the small- and medium-sized businesses across the country, and they don't help the consumer. Why are we doing it?" Entrepreneurs are struggling with the damaging effects of tariffs. They're doing more harm than good.
Trump's tariffs have impacted hundreds of consumer goods—and caffeine is no exception. Rising prices are hurting more than just coffee drinkers but also small, locally run coffee shops nationwide, and will only get worse when more tariffs hit on August 1. npr.org/2025/07/21/nx-…
Access to capital looks different outside of cities. Rural small businesses rely on small banks for financing. Urban firms are more likely to use large ones. Learn more about the rural-urban divide in entrepreneurship ⬇️ hubs.la/Q03y1v7m0
Trump slashed funding to @USDA centers that helped over 5,500 small farms and food businesses last year. Our new report shows rural firms are already struggling—94% faced financial constraints in 2024—and cutting support only makes it worse. More info.👇ceopolicy.org/product/8-find…
Once again, Trump is abandoning rural America. The USDA is gutting a program that supports thousands of farm & food businesses, a lifeline for many farmers & communities. Listen to his actions, not his words. He doesn't care about you. reuters.com/world/us/us-fa…
"I've been doing this for over 20 years, and this is the hardest year by far." Trump's tariffs are straining small business owners working to succeed and thrive. They need support and stability, not confusion and disruption.
Small business owner: I’m going into personal debt over Trump’s tariffs Watch the full video here: tinyurl.com/m6a5e3yu
Tariffs were supposed to start in April. Then July. Now maybe August. Each delay adds more uncertainty for small businesses trying to plan ahead. Many are pausing investments and considering layoffs—hurting the economy. Via @Marketplace by @kkschwab marketplace.org/story/2025/07/…
Trump’s immigration policies are hurting families and entrepreneurs. Immigrant-owned businesses drive economic growth. ✔ 56% operate within local communities ✔ 48% earn between $100K & 1M annually ✔ 23% are owned by women More info ⬇️ hubs.ly/Q03vrrXk0
Immigrant entrepreneurs are starting businesses, creating jobs, and boosting innovation. Trump's mass deportations and visa restrictions threaten their progress. Our latest piece breaks down the numbers behind immigrant-owned firms. Learn more 👇 ceopolicy.org/product/the-nu…
Today, RM @NydiaVelazquez laid out the challenges that small biz face from Trump's tariffs. 📉 66% say tariffs are hurting them 📉 59% cite economic uncertainty as #1 challenge 📉 Some have lost half their business overnight This isn’t a golden age. Small firms are struggling.
Glad to see progress on these bipartisan bills, including the Plain Language in Contracting Act from @RepLaLota and @RepDerekTranCA. We recommended this in our previous report to help small businesses compete for federal contracts. Learn more 👇 ceopolicy.org/product/12-sol…
The House just passed 7 bipartisan bills to support small businesses. These bills are about making sure small businesses everywhere have a fair shot. They’ll boost hiring, expand access to contracts, and help entrepreneurs grow in a tough economy.
Small businesses like Bivo are still getting hit by Trump’s trade war. Even after a tariff cut, one small shipment jumped from $3,645 to $24,436. Without relief, entrepreneurs will continue to struggle under rising costs.
Donald Trump's tariffs are tanking our economy and hurting everyone—from large corporations to working families to small businesses. Hear how one small business, Bivo, a Vermont-based water bottle company, has struggled to stay afloat amidst aggressive China tariffs.