Lancaster — known throughout the U.S. as Pennsylvania Dutch Country — is about 40 minutes away from my house. And whenever I pass through the area, I’m reminded of what it means to be truly self-sufficient. The region’s many Amish inhabitants grow their own food … help each other build their houses … and use horse and buggies instead of gas-addicted cars. Heck, they were “green” before the term became fashionable. I frequently interact with Amish famers at our local markets, and they are always happy and courteous. Plus, their products are top-notch. My own house was built by Amish craftsman in the 1980s from a reclaimed barn and the…