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News: Ohio’s unemployment rate ascends to highest yearly rate, Columbus Dispatch
Notes: Ohio needs investments that will be the foundation for a strong economy. Infrastructure, a well trained workforce, and safe communities are a part of the solution to build a thriving economy in Ohio. Tax cuts in 2005 and in 2013 have restricted public investments that could lead to job growth in education, healthcare, and community services. As Ohio continues to look at future tax reforms, we need to make sure we have adequate revenues to invest in great public services that lead to stronger communities. Tax cuts have failed Ohioans in creating a stronger economy.
News: Dual Eligible, Akron Beacon Journal
Notes: Education is key to developing a strong workforce and many Ohio students start their college curriculum while still in high school. With state budget cuts, schools struggle to find ways to finance these programs. As conversations continue on how to finance these systems, we cannot remove the responsibility of the state to help pay, because a well educated workforce benefits all of Ohio.
News: Northwest Ohio luring Japanese Firms, Toledo Blade
Notes: Japanese companies point to many factors that make Ohio an attractive place to do business. Infrastructure and the quality of our workforce top the list. As Ohio looks to recover from our anemic job performance over the past 8 years, we should identify what talents and resources we have and invest in those. We have prime location in the U.S., low cost of living and great workers. Let’s invest in Ohio’s Future.
