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What every construction job means for the economy?

October 19, 2009

When Chris Doris lost his construction job in Reno, it wasn’t just his bank account that took a hit.  As this Reno Gazette Journal story shows, even one lost construction job spells economic troubles for local restaurants, retail, government and financial institutions.  Anyone that wants to understand what the multiplier-effect means for the strength of our economy should read this story and support our construction industry recovery plan, “Build Now for the Future, A Blueprint for Economic Growth.”

Read the article here, and get more information on the recovery plan here .

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