Small Businesses Drive America Forward

Small businesses give America its strong entrepreneurial spirit and drive the economy forward.  According to the small business administration, (SBA), small businesses account for 99.9 percent of the businesses in America.  Though many of these businesses fail, they still account for many new jobs.  Since many small businesses are startups, they often hire in recessions.  Though not huge on their own, collectively small businesses make up a potent force.  In addition, small businesses drive innovation forward, gaining 13 times as many patents as large firms, according to the SBA