American Foundations

American-made cement is a strategic national resource that underpins U.S. infrastructure development, housing, domestic manufacturing, and economic growth.

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American Foundations Welcomes Historic Crackdown on Unfair Foreign Manufacturing Practices

Common Sense America (CSA) President and Founder Steve Crim issued a statement following United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer’s announcement of Section 301 investigations.

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American Foundations Calls on Louisiana Governor to Boost Cement Production Across the State 

American Foundations, a project of Common Sense America (CSA), sent a letter to Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry ahead of his 2026 State of the State address, calling on him to take key steps that help the state strengthen domestic cement production and enhance critical infrastructure.

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Letter to Louisiana Governor Ahead of his State of the State Address

Looking ahead, recognizing cement as a core component of Louisiana’s critical infrastructure in state planning and economic development discussions would support thoughtful, long-term decisions.

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American Foundations Urges President Trump to Prioritize U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Following State of the Union Address

Common Sense America (CSA) President and Founder Steve Crim issued a statement following President Donald J. Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address.  

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American Foundations Raises Concerns about Substandard Imports from New Morehead City Facility

Common Sense America President and Founder Steve Crim sent a letter to the North Carolina State Ports Authority, expressing deep reservations about the planned Silvi Materials import facility in Morehead City, NC.

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Letter to the North Carolina State Ports Authority: Concerns about Planned Import Facility 

If import capacity expands far faster than domestic production, North Carolina and the Southeast could become increasingly dependent on foreign cement for core infrastructure needs.

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American Foundations Project Calls on President Trump to Focus on U.S. Supply Chain Resilience Ahead of the State of the Union Address

Common Sense America (CSA) President and Founder Steve Crim encouraged President Donald J. Trump to call for an American manufacturing renaissance, boost supply chain resilience, and catalyze infrastructure development during his upcoming State of the Union Address on February 24.

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Letter to the President: Defend America’s Supply Chains and Boost U.S. Manufacturing

The administration can usher in a golden age of construction by expanding American cement production.

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The Washington Times (Letter to the Editor): “Ensure Our Cement Is U.S.-Made”

Cement produced in the United States can help usher in an American manufacturing renaissance.

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