Jobs and the Economy
In order for our economy to have strong, consistent growth, we must focus on getting Americans back to work. With the nation’s unemployment over 8% since January 2009, Congress must take steps necessary to reduce unemployment. In order for the private-sector to create jobs and hire new employees, we must address our corporate and individual tax structure. In addition, we need to eliminate overreaching government regulations that are causing economic uncertainty in the business community.
A September 2012 study by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco estimates unemployment is at least one percentage point higher due to heightened uncertainty since 2008. The report can be read here.
The failed stimulus plan shows that a bigger government has failed to create jobs and grow the economy. As a nation that was founded on free enterprise, the government must stop passing legislation that prevents entrepreneurs from starting and growing small businesses, which are the heart of the economy.