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Many people refer to July 4th as Independence Day. Rightly so, the approaching national birthday bash is set aside to celebrate our independence, spirit and honor the American dream. For many citizens, that dream includes owning a business---whether it be a store–front on main street or a home-based enterprise in their basement. Entrepreneurship is really independence for many Americans. .Small business represents over 99 percent of all employers in America and small firms create 80 percent of all new jobs in America. Small firms help create new jobs and are a big part of communities and cities alike. In fact, small businesses are the greatest source of new employment in inner cities, comprising more than 99 percent of establishments and 80 percent of total employment. Job creation is just one of many reasons why small business is something many Americans celebrate on July 4th. Small business owners are not only employers; they are leaders in their communities. Entrepreneurs are also active on the national level; hundreds of small business owners were in Washington, D. C. earlier this month for the 2008 NFIB National Small-Business Summit. ...
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