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To: i-node who wrote (696225)	1/31/2013 12:44:11 AM
From: tejek	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1572014

> Study after study has shown that giving concessions to industry in order to grow the economy of a state/region is an ineffective way to do so. I don't seem to be able to find any of those numerous studies. Perhaps you have a link or two? I didn't think so. I have posted those studies on this thread........you're computer literate..........do a search. >> Not surprisingly, in those states that provide numerous concessions, poverty levels tend to be higher and educational levels lower than other states. Like Virginia? Please provide some examples. I just did a search for VA......other states popped up but not VA. Practically every state does it, and Texas, which does it more than any other -- does have lower incomes than other states, but also has less unemployment. From my experience the states that give the most incentives tend to have the most people in poverty. Therefore, I think its fair to conclude that providing incentives for industry relocations mostly benefits a small portion of a state's population. So, if you're going to shoot off your mouth how about backing up your claims for a change? I have repeatedly. Some of the posts were made to you.