5 February 2012, 5:27 pm
Los Angeles TimesIn Colorado, 'anybody but Obama' may not be good enoughLos Angeles TimesThe president has disappointed many independents in the swing state, but they are even less happy with the Republican candidates. As the economy improves, President Obama's job approval ratings are e... Read More »
5 February 2012, 10:42 am
From relief to despair: Varying views of jobs dataOcalaBy PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer In this Dec. 12, 2011 photo, people wait to talk with potential employers at a job fair sponsored by National Career Fairs, in New York. Month by month, the US job market is regaining its health.and more ... Read More »
5 February 2012, 10:23 am
MHP creates more than $26 million Impact on Local Economy In Iowa, Hospitals ...Oskaloosa news... 371 jobs that add $26160159 to Mahaska County's economy, according to the latest study by the Iowa Hospital Association. In addition, MHP employees themselves spend $5918870 on retail sales and cont... Read More »
5 February 2012, 6:16 am
Hindu Business LineGoing with the windGalesburg Register-MailA perfect storm seems to be brewing to make it something more, to make wind energy important as an economic development force. The American Wind Energy Association released fourth quarter 2011 results recently that showed Illinois moving f... Read More »
5 February 2012, 2:06 am
Hicks: Group wants US rebirth of opportunityDesMoinesRegister.comA coalition called Opportunity Nation is leading the charge for economic mobility. Iowa became the first state to support the national movement. Gov. Terry Branstad has declared February “Opportunity in Iowa Month” and encouraged a... Read More »
4 February 2012, 9:38 pm
Corn fuels Iowa's economyFort Dodge MessengerCorn production has been a key factor in the Iowa economy for more than 150 years. The state's 21st-century economy is characterized by increasing diversity. Agriculture isn't as dominant as once was the case. Even so, there can be little doub... Read More »
4 February 2012, 11:02 am
The Courtney ReportBlog for Iowa (blog)The quality of local Iowa schools is central to our state's economic opportunity. From day one, a good education prepares Iowans for the workforce and assures businesses that Iowa has the talented employees they need. That's why I care so much about ...... Read More »
3 February 2012, 1:02 pm
Keokuk Gate City DailyRegional leaders to ask state next week to increase fuel taxKeokuk Gate City DailyBy Steve Dunn/Managing Editor A group of community leaders from three Southeast Iowa counties next week will ask the Iowa Legislature and Gov. Terry Branstad to raise the state fuel tax. “The St... Read More »
2 February 2012, 2:07 am
KMOX.comReports: Iowa economy shows signs of recoveryDesMoinesRegister.comTwo reports released Wednesday indicate that Iowa's economy could be taking a solid step toward recovery — helped by farming and manufacturing — but adding new jobs in the state will probably continue to be slow. An in... Read More »
31 January 2012, 7:43 pm
The HinduEconomic Issues Drove Florida VotersNew York TimesThe economy, not social issues, mattered most to the Republican voters in Florida. A nominee who can win in November, not necessarily a “true conservative,” is the candidate they want. Mitt Romney was backed by a diverse coalition of the... Read More »
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