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WNPR’s small business coverage elevates understanding of the challenges faced by small business, educates policy-makers, and highlights the vital role of small business to the state’s economy.

DECD Commissioner Talks Local Business, Economic Development

Connecticut Public Radio
Published September 3, 2015 at 9:00 AM EDT
Chion Wolf
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WNPR
DECD Commssioner Catherine Smith.

In June, General Electric confirmed it’s considering a move out of Connecticut. The news came amid a state budget battle over corporate tax hikes. 

In an email to employees, CEO Jeff Immelt said GE would consider moving to a more “pro-business environment”. It’s since been courted by states like New York, Georgia, and Texas. Meanwhile, Gov. Malloy says he’s trying to keep the company here.

This hour, we sit down with DECD Commissioner Catherine Smith. We get an update on GE, and look at some other news surrounding jobs, manufacturing, even the state’s tourism industry. Is Connecticut "still revolutionary"?

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John Dankosky, Harriet Jones, and Chion Wolf contributed to this show.
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