Issues
Working Wisconsin
A tough economy, flawed trade agreements,
rising health care costs and rising energy prices have put
many of Wisconsin’s working families in a difficult position.
But, at this critical juncture, our state’s unique strengths
and resources are a great cause for optimism. We can harness
Wisconsin’s tremendous workforce and innovative small businesses
to create jobs, provide opportunities for our workers, enhance
our economy, and lead the way – nationally and globally –
in addressing emerging challenges.
In September 2008, I introduced the E4
Initiative – dubbed E4 because of its focus on Economy,
Employment, Education, and Energy – to help meet the challenges
facing Wisconsin’s working families. In order to do that,
we need to boost small business innovation, strengthen workforce
development, support job growth in the emerging energy sector,
and build new education partnerships. The E4
Initiative is part of my longstanding effort to support
the economic health of our communities, as well as to protect
workers’ rights and promote fair trade policies, in the U.S.
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