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Dear Virginia,
It's hard to believe, but the holiday shopping season is upon us. Even during these hard economic times, you have plenty of choices for your shopping and I'm writing to encourage you to shop Maryland .
The national recession has taken an extraordinary toll on every sector of our state's economy - especially Maryland 's small and independent business owners. These are folks who took enormous risks to start their own businesses in a world dominated by mega-malls, big box stores and Internet retailers. Businesses like these are the very backbone of vibrant downtown business districts and revitalized Main Street communities, and, unfortunately, too many of them are struggling to survive in this current economy.
Based on my own experiences with small businesses around the state, I'm confident that you will find unique merchandise, friendly and knowledgable customer service, and an enjoyable experience for the entire family. Furthermore, you will be supporting the very folks who sponsor our Little League teams, support our local charities and volunteer in our communities. This holiday season, I'm urging you to support Maryland 's small and independent businesses.
Times are certainly tough, and many families will be saving more and spending less this year. This means tough times for Maryland 's small businesses. It means that now, more than ever, we need to support our local businesses when we have the chance.
This holiday season, I'm going to be shopping Maryland and I encourage you to do so as well.
FIND SMALL AND INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES NEAR YOU!
Thanks so much for your time,
Peter
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