Is Massachusetts Poised to Lead the Recovery?
Some economic indicators suggest the nation, region and our state may be on the edge of recovery from the recession of the last year or so.
That’s good news, but some economists say there’s even better news for Massachusetts: Because of our unique mix of industries, they say, we’re going to be out of the recession first, and lead the country in an economic rebound. That’s all well and good, but we’re still faced with a 9.1 percent unemployment rate. We’ll take a look at some of the industries that are said to be leading the way, and at their potential for job creation. Tune in this Friday at 1, or comment here now!
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There have been many start-up companies that we’re founded in the Boston area and subsequently relocated to the west coast because they were not able to raise start-up capital in Boston.
There seems to be a disconnect in the level of venture capital investment between silicon valley and the boston metro area even though we have MIT, Harvard, etc.
I’d like your guests to comment on the venture capital activity (or lack of) in the boston market. Is there a difference in the investment mentality here and do the boston area VC’s need to become more agrtessive to remail competitive.
Once again a one sidede story. How about discussing the fact that after working people finance the start of these industries thru tax subsidies, etc, if and when they become viable the owners will immediately head for other states or countries where they can pay slave wages and once again working people will have their taxes raised in order to finance the next wave of tax subsidies to industries that will, in turn, leave for places where they aren’t required to pay real wages and provide vacation daqys, etc. And of course, NPR is an ever willing enabler with its phoney stories, such this one, that supports the corrupt give away of tax money w/o any strings attached, such as a committment to remain in MA and provide jobs.
And the usual guest enablers from Bluestone to the spin dude for the industry lobby provide guest analysis covering the economic/political spectrum from right wing to right of center in support of the same failed give aways to big business.
YOU GO, GOVERNMENT RADIO!!!!!
Oh, and don’t forget to demand donations because only on NPR can we hear these sort of stories. Oh. My mistake; you did demand donations.
Hi Jonas,
The issue you raise (companies getting tax incentives with insufficient strings attached) was not one that we originally considered as being within the scope of this conversation. In retrospect, I think we were wrong to not bring it up.
That said, I’m surprised you didn’t call in during the program to raise the issue yourself. Looking over at the comment threads at wbur.org on my two-way with Bob Oakes from Friday morning, I see that you posted similar comments at 1:31 pm during the live broadcast of Radio Boston; I’m guessing you were listening.
As the producers/reporters/editors/hosts of the program, it is our responsibility to make sure that all of the most important angles of a topic are represented. I think we may have dropped the ball a bit on Friday.
Nonetheless, we take listener calls for a reason: there’s some stuff we’re bound to overlook, or just not know about.
You may have noticed that we got an abnormally low number of calls on Friday; as the person who was screening calls, I can tell you that I would have gladly put you on the air.
Next time, I hope you’ll call in.
If you want to talk more about this, you or anyone else can reach the Radio Boston team at 358-0607. (I’m omitting the area code to foil the spiders, I’m guessing you can figure it out.) I’ll be back in the office on Tuesday.
Adam Ragusea
Associate Producer, Radio Boston
Jonas – Adam,
I contributed to this show providing an interview while walking thru our plant floor at AccuRounds in Avon, MA. As an employer in this state for over 50 years, we’re proof that you can make it in Massachusetts, pay an above average wage and provide a product/service that makes a difference in people’s lives. We have never considered moving our plant in the past, and have no plans to do such in the future. In fact, we’re currently hiring.
I may be right of center, and have benefitted from WFTF grants, but the hard work of our employees is why we’re alive and thriving today. The 10/29 business secion of the Boston Globe has a special section on manufacturing, which highlights our company.
Not sure if I’m the “spin dude” you refer to, but that was my first time on radio. As long as I can spread the word about manufacturing, and the real opportunities that exist locally, I’ll be happy to join any show, any time.
Michael Tamasi
President-Owner, AccuRounds
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