Made in the USA is not just a slogan, it will be a way of life for Josh Miller. The West Virginia man has pledged to live off of American-made products and services for 30 days.
Miller's experience will be chronicled on a movie he is making, "Made in the USA: The 30 Day Journey."
TAP America, a Seattle-based non-profit organization, is partnering on the film with Miller, who lives in Charleston and works for the State Treasurer's Office.
Miller said he is committed to live off of American-made products and report on the difficulties and triumphs he encounters along the way. Together the two organizations seek to help viewers discover the issues that are facing our ailing economy, and examine differing perspectives about the issue, in hopes of finding tangible solutions.
"Josh's film is of critical importance to both the businesses and citizens of America," said Richard L. Tso, executive director of TAP America. "We believe that change needs to begin with the people of America; that each American needs to take the initiative by making an effort to purchase products made domestically. We at TAPamerica.org recognize that it is not always easy to find products that are truly made in the U.S.A. and have created an online directory that lists companies committed to manufacturing American products, keeping jobs on our soil."
As part of this partnership, Miller will interview Tso and TAP America Founder Mark Bloome about the value of purchasing products made in America. Their goal is to educate and encourage both consumers and businesses to begin thinking about the economic impact of how they are spending their dollars. Miller, a Ravenswood native and former baseball player at West Virginia State University, also is working closely with producers Ron Newcomb, Justin Moe and Veronica Lewis.
"I am delighted to be working on this film and look forward to presenting well-balanced perspectives about this issue as I travel across the United States interviewing business owners, historians, politicians, economists and American consumers," said Miller, a beginning filmmaker at Made In the USA Films LLC. "Partnering with TAP America gives us the ability to take our issue to the national stage, and we look forward to working together to promote the film."
Filming is expected to begin on March 1 in Washington, D.C. Cameraman Justin Moe will follow Miller as he travels around the country seeking perspectives from locals and experts in their respected fields. To follow him on his journey, make a contribution or watch the trailer to his film, visit www.indiegogo.com/usa30days. He can also found on Twitter at @USA30DAYS.
Since launching in January 2011, TAP is attempting to create national awareness campaigns aimed at promoting tolerance, encouraging people to stay physically active and to purchase products made in America. For information about TAP America, visit www.tapamerica.org.
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