Statement by Governor Ted Kulongoski on Employment Numbers
(Salem) - “The employment statistics released today are staggering, representing the many families across the state struggling to make ends meet during this recession.
“While national economists are noting positive signs, today’s numbers also tell us that we have entered uncharted territory – that this recession is not comparable to the recessions before that we remember or read about in history books.
“We still have a tremendous amount of work ahead of us to make sure we make smart investments in policies and programs that create jobs, open doors to new economic opportunities and put Oregonians back to work quickly. That means investing in our roads and investing in our schools. It means continuing to enact policies that advance Oregon’s leadership position in renewable energy. And it means making sure we have adequate safety nets for our most vulnerable in need of assistance.
“I know that tougher days are still ahead but I also believe that brighter days will return. Together, we can weather this storm, and together, we will see economic hope and opportunity return once again to citizens across this great state.”
Contacts:
Anna Richter Taylor, 503-378-6169
Jillian Schoene, 503-378-5040
Rem Nivens, 503-378-6496
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