New Localism

The previously blogged about conversation in Hillaryland (the ride) regarding Athens politics included plenty of postings by your's truly bemoaning the wal-martification of Athens. I just read an encouraging article on CNNmoney.com about the growing discontent with big box stores and the folks that are trying to do something about it.

The article talks a lot about a group called BALLE (Business Alliance for Local Living Economies) which helps promote local business and locally sustainable communities. Sounds like exactly what Athens needs. Can we do it?