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                                   "Buy Black": No excuses the alternatives and the time are there.






Again, I preach this as always. Buy and Support Black Businesses at all cost. The other day I brought y'all a shocking and truly sad statistic. We, African-Americans have over a Trillion Dollars (1,000,000,000,000) (that's a billion times  (x) 1,000). Man, I have never seen so many zeroes. However, the dumb, ignorant, and sad part is Black Owned Businesses only see 2% (sometimes less than 2%) of that trillion-plus dollars.




I'm sick beyond belief.




However, instead of always trying to preach, convince,  or call-out anyone. I'm going to show you some important and impressive Black-Owned Businesses. This are "OUR" alternative; instead of going to Amazon.com, or Walmart, or making Nike rich: Here are some of my favorite Black-Owned Businesses for African-American Males.




1. Shoes: Negash Shoes.
A Black Owned Shoe Company out of Detroit. These Brothers combined high quality style with a unique look that many companies don't have. These Negash Shoes are without a doubt some of the best shoes I have ever seen. From Leather Boot style shoes to Sweatshirts and hoodies. Negash is a go-to style for any Brother who appreciates style like myself. Further, you don't won't to look like everyone else. People (more specifically the opposite gender) appreciate Brothers that look different. Heck, even for yourself; you should want to be a leader not a follower. For about $150 you have your very own pair of Negash Shoes or about $40 for a sweatshirt. I mean come on, you can spend $200 plus on Jordans but not on a up-and-coming Black Owned Business with values?
For info or our their products go to http://www.negash83.com/




2. Everyday Life: The Dapper Black Box
A Black Owned Company created specifically for Black Males. The Dapper Black Box sends monthly subscribers 3-4 men's accessories & toiletries from black owned brands. Also, it should be said that some of the profits from the a less than a dollar a day Box goes back into other Black-Owned Businesses . Therefore, not only are you actively keeping this Black-Businesses running, but you are helping other Businesses as well. (However, it should be noted that you can only use PayPal as the method of paying). #SeeTheBiggerPicture  dapperblackbox.com/invest




3. Clothing: http://mosbowsmemphis.com/ "Mo's Bows" or Tie Posh Knots on Black
Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/TiePoshKnots?page=1 


Created by a 11 year old kid, Mo Bows has became a successful Black-Owned Business. Rather for church or just everyday life (I were A shirt, Bow-Tie, and Jeans to the store) every man young and old needs at least one Bow-Tie in his arsenal.  For about $40 Dollars, you can have a Mo's Bow-Bow Tie.
However, also for a cheaper alternative checkout this other Black-Owned Bow-Tie Company called TiePoshKnots. These ties start at $10 Dollars: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TiePoshKnots?page=1


4. The essentials and everyday products: Ujamaa Market


From Tooth Paste, Soap, and many other products. Ujamaa Market are one of the few Black-Owned alternatives that offer the bear essentials we need in life: Hygiene Products and much more. To checkout the site and their products go to http://www.ujamaamarket.net/


5. Bevel Shaving System


I know a lot of my Brothers are not old enough to shave. However, for some of my older Brothers; this is the perfect company for you. Bevel is a monthly subscription that sends you Shaving Products tailor for Males of Color. Created by a Brother Mr. Tristan Walker. For a monthly flat rate, you get the he tools and essentials needed for a great shaving experience.


In closing, there are plenty of Black-Owned Businesses hat we can support and patronize. Therefore, we as a People have no excuse. Further, it time for Us to change the way we give our hard-earned money.


I leave you with this question. Would you rather (A) give your hard-earned money to up-and-coming African-American Owned Business, (B) Make Walmart even Richer, or (C) You really don't care. If you picked (B) or (C); I feel disappoint that you either don't care and/or are unenlighten about the world and Our People.


You say you are a REAL ONE: Then Prove It.
BUY BLACK TODAY.


Sincerely,


The Brown Brother


PS: I (The Brown Brother) was not compensated or paid for posting these companies. Further, I have yet to try all the products listed. However, the ones I have tried worked out very well.


I am a big-believer and supporter of Black-Owned Business.





























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