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By Laurel Delaney

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For centuries, "Made in America" stood for supremacyin everything. Now, with globalization on the rise and much of theworld resenting the unrivaled power of the United States, Americanbusinesses have to deal with protests, boycotts and increased costsof tightened security measures. How do you overcome thesechallenges?

According to Keith Reinhard, chair of DDB Worldwide andpresident of Business for Diplomatic Action, companies shouldposition their brands as local, a tactic that makes sense from amarketing standpoint if your country of origin is seen as anegative. Reinhard's advice:

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