Rising enrollment from outside Maine will help attract the next generation of workers.
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Charles Lawton: Changes in county populations mean more than you might think
For one, a loss of residents adds to the economic dependence of those left behind, and has an impact on public policy.
Maine Voices: Maine Hire-a-Vet successfully connects employers to job-seeking veterans
Launched 2 years ago, program urges 100 employers to hire 100 veterans in 100 days.
Commentary: BIW workers continue to be the best shipbuilders in the world
But a skilled workforce remains the key to our future, just as it is for all businesses in Maine.
Maine Voices: With vision and boldness, Maine could grow into trans-North Atlantic hub
The state is well-positioned to be a gateway of activity, defying its image of being on the periphery of trade.
Maine Voices: Use the 3 Ps to evaluate economic theory
The size of the population, the participation of workers and their productivity, along with geography, make the economy.
Our View: For better roads, bridges, vote ‘yes’ on Maine transportation bond
Question 3 on the statewide ballot is an important step toward addressing unmet infrastructure needs.
Our View: LePage’s refusal of federal job funds could have high cost for Maine
Passing up the money makes no sense financially – all it does is put another hurdle in the way of people trying to better themselves.
Our View: Bids to host second Amazon headquarters show what Maine’s future could be
We may not have what it takes to attract one big company, but we could help the small ones grow.
Charles Lawton: Maine needs to dive into the pool of labor that stopped looking for a job
That resource offers the most workers, but to tap into it requires fundamental changes by employers and educators.