Small businesses are a key cog in the American economy, as firms of under 100 employees represent 98% of the country's enterprises. In 1953, Congress created the Small Business Administration to help small firms face the problems of large-scale industry mobilisation. Congress declared that preserving free and competitive markets are dependent on the vitality of small companies. Since the 'temporary' inception of the SBA, the federal government has expanded its agencies for and involvement in small businesses. This new book examines issues key to small business.