Employment
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PublishedJuly 11, 2017
Job openings dropped in May, but hiring rose
There were more quits than layoffs, a situation that is seen as good for the economy.
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PublishedJuly 1, 2017
We should elevate the status of work in the modern economy
Maine's history offers early examples of prejudice against workers who labored with their hands.
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PublishedJune 30, 2017
Easing prisoners’ re-entry to the community leads to a better society
Only quality rehabilitative programs can transform prisoners into functioning members of society.
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PublishedJune 10, 2017
Trump seeks pivot from Russia probe to jobs push
He tries to turn the focus from damaging testimony by his ex-FBI director and redirect it to his jobs ideas.
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PublishedJune 1, 2017
LePage: Released prisoners could fill job vacancies in tourism industry
The governor appeared to link his effort to help low-risk inmates re-enter the workforce to the worker shortage facing Maine's inns and restaurants.
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PublishedMay 24, 2017
Training prepares Maine restaurant staffs to face summer onslaught
Servers are taught polite language (not 'Are you still working on that?') and correct service (keep your elbows out of faces) before the crowds arrive.
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PublishedMay 23, 2017
Charles Lawton: Isn’t low unemployment good? Yes, until companies can’t find workers
A thriving economy hinges on having a large enough labor force, not just plenty of Maine people with jobs.
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PublishedMay 16, 2017
Charles Lawton: Labor force numbers show extent of worker flow to Portland area
Also, the continued success of the region clearly depends on the interplay between urban jobs and suburban housing, transportation and social services.
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PublishedMay 15, 2017
Maine Voices: An immigrant-friendly state would work for the betterment of us all
Our aging population and low birth rate creates a socio-economic need that only newcomers can fulfill.
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PublishedMay 13, 2017
Commentary: Maine should ban ‘previous salary’ question to help close gender wage gap
We know inequality will not end overnight, but we owe it to Maine women to use every tool available.
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