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Bay Watch: What Connecticut Can Learn From Massachusetts's Job Growth

Connecticut Public Radio | By Lucy Nalpathanchil
Published December 1, 2016 at 9:00 AM EST
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Boston, Massachusetts.
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Mara Lee covers the economy, small business, insurance, and labor for the Hartford Courant's business desk.
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Labor pains and lessons from the north.

As Connecticut comes to terms with recent job loss, Massachusetts emerges as a regional leader in statewide job recovery. This hour, we explore the latest job market trends and find out what Connecticut stands to learn from the Bay State. 

Are you a Connecticut or Massachusetts resident? What questions or concerns do you have about the economy where you live?

GUESTS:

  • Nick Perna - Economic advisor to Webster Bank
  • Alan Clayton-Matthews - Economist at Northeastern University
  • Mara Lee - Covers the economy, small business, insurance, and labor for the Hartford Courant's business desk

Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.

Chion Wolf contributed to this show.
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Lucy Nalpathanchil
Lucy leads Connecticut Public's strategies to deeply connect and build collaborations with community-focused organizations across the state.
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