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Published
June 20, 2017

Charles Lawton: It’s time for tourism model that spreads benefits all over the state

It involves new destination resorts in selected areas, lots of guided 'adventures' nearby and a non-highway system to transport visitors.
Published
June 13, 2017

Charles Lawton: R&D bond a vital first step to economic growth through innovation

It will fund crucial infrastructure and equipment for Maine businesses, especially young ones, and provide matching funds for federal grants to entrepreneurs and researchers.
Published
June 6, 2017

Charles Lawton: Invest in jobs of future by voting June 13 for $50 million bond issue

The money is important to economic advancement and dealing with some of the state's real problems.
Published
May 30, 2017

Charles Lawton: Fewer births, too little in-migration give education system a people problem

Maine's educational system is challenged by both falling numbers of students and a good way to deal with funding needs, and the two are closely linked.
Published
May 23, 2017

Charles Lawton: Isn’t low unemployment good? Yes, until companies can’t find workers

A thriving economy hinges on having a large enough labor force, not just plenty of Maine people with jobs.

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Published
May 16, 2017

Charles Lawton: Labor force numbers show extent of worker flow to Portland area

Also, the continued success of the region clearly depends on the interplay between urban jobs and suburban housing, transportation and social services.
Published
May 9, 2017

Charles Lawton: Workforce growth strategies must recognize all jobs are not equal

To be successful, programs must meet the skill needs of employers and also the pay needs of employees.
Published
May 2, 2017

Charles Lawton: Approach taken by Our Katahdin may show the way to prosperity

Several factors stand out as beacons of best practice for economic development efforts all across Maine.
Published
April 25, 2017

Charles Lawton: Hosting company headquarters is more than just good for Maine’s reputation

Such companies appear to have an above-average share of total employment in the high-growth, high-pay occupations that the state badly needs.
Published
April 18, 2017

Charles Lawton: Learning is best defense against social threat from tech innovation

Artificial intelligence will eventually kill many jobs, requiring human ingenuity to tell us how we all adjust.