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A University of Georgia study of the Black Belt focuses on the persistent poverty that plagues Georgia and the Southeast and what it will take to break the cycle.Residents of Georgia and the Southeast bear a tremendous burden as a result of a continuous cycle of poverty, the study says, which“not only affects those living in the region but also drains the economic health of the entire nation.”The staff at the Carl Vinson Institute has long been convinced that “a healthy population and an educated population undergird economic development,” In a sense, when you have policymakers saying the same thing the target population is saying, it creates a lot of synergy and the possibility of making positive intervention.

The article criticizes the misconception shared by some U.S. conservatives that economic growth is the defining attribute of conservatism. The belief on this notion can be traced back from the fact that conservative economic policies have been successful in boosting national economies. However, those conservatives who advocate such views forgot that every economic growth has certain consequences. They fail to delve with the correlation between economic growth and social change, which could be either good or bad.

Presents news briefs related to accounting practice in the U.S. as of September 1974. Issuance of a proposed amendment to the uniform system of accounts concerning disclosure standards in lease transactions; Approval of an extension of the Economic Development Act of 1965 by Congress; Abolition of the Cost of Living Council.

This article presents information related to political and economic developments in the United States. The joint resolution granting the franking privilege to Senators and Representatives has been reported adversely by the Senate Committee on Post-offices, and indefinitely post-poned. The sub-committee of the house Committee on Territories has decided to report to the full committee in favor of admitting Washington Territory into the Union as a State. The charters of nearly 400 national banks will expire within a year, and the Committee on Banking and Currency has reported a bill to provide for their extension.

This article presents information on the book "The State of Alaska," by Ernest Gruening. Despite hundreds of books on innumerable aspects of Alaska, no work has appeared combining political and historical scrutiny. Gruening, dynamic governor of Alaska during some of the most interesting years of its life, 1939 to 1953, has bent his talents to the task. Newspaperman, editor and publisher before he entered the political arena, he has written a beautifully organized book which covers the political and economic development of Alaska down through 1954.

This article reports on the declaration issued by the Latin American republics to launch a peaceful social and economic revolution at a gathering at Punta del Este in Uruguay. It explains that the declaration is the charter for the Alliance for Progress, which is U.S. President John F. Kennedy's proposal for Latin America's economic development. The Alliance for Progress will receive 20 billion dollars over ten years from the U.S.

Analyses the steps taken by the U.S. to aid the economic development of backward countries. Statistics depicting the difference of per capita manufacturing goods between the developed and non-developed world; Argument that the rise in the living standard in the underdeveloped areas will lead to an increase in U.S. exports to these countries; Bills proposed to the U.S. Congress enabling the government to send technical experts to any part of the world and authorizing the Export-Import Bank to guarantee private investments abroad; Naming of the U.S. State Department as the chief high "coordinator" of the development program in the underdeveloped world; Argument that most of the developing must be done through private investment.

The article presents information on the money market of New York with special reference to industrialization. According to the economist M. Leroy Bealieu, the whole world was suffering because demands on capital by industry and speculation had become greater than the actual available supplies, that credit pure and simple had been carried as far as was prudent under such circumstances. The enormous loan reduction shown in the bank's return of New York city was a sign that the process of forced liquidation bad been effective in accomplishing exactly the end which had made it necessary.

Presents letters to the editor related to the socio-economic development in the United States. Background of the minority problem in post-war Rumania; Clippings referring to the previous campaign of Socialist Party; Catholic Americans in the United States.

The article focuses on the need for solutions for issues such as the dependence of the U.S. on imported fuel. It mentions the efforts of different companies in developing satellites which can transmit solar energy to earth, such as the U.S., Japan and China. It states that the said solar satellites are not going to be developed in the short-term to provide the expected impacts for the economic development. It cites the significance of financing innovations in the creation of solar power purchase agreement (SPPA), which has urged the fast commercial solar power in the U.S.

This article focuses on the continued hope for establishing a functional democracy in Iraq through the understanding of the violent insurgency and the clarification of political priorities. If Iraq could somehow be freed from violence, the programme of political, social and economic development set up by the coalition during the occupation would represent real progress. For the time being, however, the violence is all too present and is immensely damaging. Its nature, and the motives behind it, need to be examined carefully to understand what has been taken on in Iraq. The context needs to be set out with clarity. And the prognosis for the next year has to take account of what the Iraqis themselves wish to and can achieve. As Britain's representative at the United Nations, I was nonetheless clear in my own mind that Iraq had offended so grossly against the requirements of the UN and international law, and had told so many lies about weapons of mass destruction, that it had laid itself open to the use of force to ensure compliance with UN resolutions. My primary aim, agreed with my bosses in London, was to help the Americans develop a political process which would end the occupation as soon as sensibly possible and leave Iraq stable enough to sustain its own experiment of government with the consent of the people. Whether or not the UN gears itself up to play a full role in the politics and social reconstruction of Iraq--and Kofi Annan must make a huge decision here about the UN's capacity to take on the hardest tasks--the iron framework for Iraq's future has to be wrought by the powers who volunteered for this job.

Presents information on the alleged misinterpretation of the historical vision of the American community by United States President Ronald Reagan. Factors that contribute to Reagan's popularity; Comments on the political campaign strategy of Reagan; Reference to views of John Winthrop, 1st governor of Massachusetts Bay colony, towards community and economic development; Usage of the phrase shining city on a hill by Reagan.

The article reports on the economic development in the U.S. Despite of several negative comments, the country's economy shows signs of improvement. The stock market confirms optimistic scenario presented in various reports. Furthermore, economists indicated that the stock market also increased at an annual rate of 20%.

The article focuses on fostering the development of associative economics principles to aid the sustainable food and farming movement in the U.S. The author uses the term sustainable food and farming movement in referring to the diverse efforts of individuals, businesses, agencies, associations, cooperatives, and nonprofit organizations involved in the area of local, natural, sustainable, organic and fair trade food production, distribution, consumption, education, research and economic development. He contends that basing on various sustainable agricultural movements, a new aspect of economy emerged through stakeholder-managed economy.

This article informs about the Committee for Economic Development which is the youngest, the best publicized, and the most evangelical of the national organizations devoted to the advancement of private enterprise. Unlike the National Association of Manufacturers and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, it does not carry on offensive and defensive lobbying in Congress. The report of this committee, published on October 11, 1945, under the title "Toward More Jobs and More Freedom," is an important document. The most striking section of the report is that devoted to the "crucial responsibilities" of government "for promoting and maintaining high levels of productive employment." In the fiscal and monetary fields, it declares, government exerts a major influence on the stability of demand.

The author reflects on the delegation of American businessmen led by former U.S. Treasury Secretary Douglas Dillon to Paris, France. The author mentions that the delegation aims to ease tensions over U.S. investments in France. Moreover, the author states that Dillon's initiative play a vital part in educating their own governments on the best means of promoting investment, trade and the economic development of countries.

The article discusses the gap for payment for borrowing money between the United States and European countries like Britain, France, Singapore and even Italy. It also presents that the gap between German and United States ten-year yields has been estimated to be above two points. The article furthermore elaborates that the differences are a cause of the difference in operating of the countries. It also points out that it may be because of the high yields that the dollar is so strong.

The article reports that Department of Labor (DOL) has announced $65 million award to 13 regions participating the Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development (WIRED) in the U.S. It states that the initiative was introduced by the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) to incorporate economic and work force improvement. In addition, one essential principle of WIRED is to create a wide network of public and private stakeholders and associate with other government agencies.

To help ease the city's transportation burden, the New York City Economic Development Corp. and New York City Department of Transportation are encouraging commuters and visitors to head for the water. As a result, a new, $40 million West Midtown Ferry Terminal at West 39th Street at Pier 79 is being built to accommodate ever-increasing ferry ridership. New York City is so committed to expanding it ferry transport system that there are plans to renovate and construct five ferry landings along the East Side from Wall Street up to 94 Street.

Describes several taxes and incentives in Indianapolis in Indiana which complements the logistics and transportation services in the state as of May 2003. Economic Development for a Growing Economy tax; Industrial development grant fun; Property tax abatement; Technology Enhancement Certification for Hoosiers fund.

The article offers information that economic development official Laure Aubuchon will be back to New York to compensate the loss which she has caused. It states that she has caused to lament the loss of a business to Stamford, Connecticut. According to the Stamford Mayor Mika Pavia, Aubuchon can steal back the companies which she stole from Stamford.

The article presents an overview of economic and social conditions in Brazil. The country is compared to the United States, with both similarities and differences found, particularly as regards social welfare policies. The country's high rate of economic development in the 2000s is contrasted with its many remaining social problems.

The article discusses small-town economic development in the United States. To avoid becoming ghost towns and preserve their heritage many small-town Main Streets are transforming downtowns with restaurants, bars, hotels, and government offices since the days of the independent shopkeeper have been undercut by chains like Wal-Mart, the internet, and agri-businesses. Organizations like the National Trust Main Street Centre aim to revitalize central streets by preserving historic buildings.

The article discusses the problem of acute labor shortage in the United States that is threatening the economic growth of the country. The impact of this labor shortage will be much more on the veterinary practices. A shortage of job candidates will be seen in the veterinary practices because there were 14 percent fewer births per year during 1965-75.

Discusses outside factors influencing the economy of Westchester County, New York. Inclusion of the impact of rising gasoline prices on Westchester retail sales; Possible improvement in the economy if U.S. President George W. Bush and Congress can agree to a revised federal spending plan for road and mass-transit projects; Argument that the state has kept taxes high by passing along to Westchester and other counties the rising costs of state-mandated Medicaid programs and pension-fund paybacks.

Reports on the accomplishments of Patrick Duggan as deputy county executive for economic development in Nassau County, New York. Selection of accounting firms to serve the agency; Establishment of a schedule of meetings with the management team; Development of an automated project tracking system.

Focuses on the observations of professional economic developers in Colorado about issues affecting economic development in their areas. Potentials of developing renewable energy sources in the state according to Burlington community development director Darlene Scott; Objective for businesses in Colorado Springs to increase per-capita income in the community according to Rocky Scott; Challenges to the rapid acceleration of the local economy according to Northern Colorado Economic Development Corp. executive J.J. Johnson

This article focuses on the changing demographics in the regional lands in the U.S. Demographics are changing throughout the Hudson Valley and their impact on populations, inner cities, politics and economic development will be felt in the months and years ahead. The Census Bureau reports that, by 2050, the nation's white population will shrink to 50.1 percent, barely a majority, as the population of Latinos and Asians grows. The Afro-American's population will remain relatively stable. Changing demographics have not gone unnoticed by the business community. Some chambers of commerce and other membership organizations are reaching out to the Latino and other minority communities.

Reports on the disapproval of the development community to the appointment of Patrick Duggan as economic development commissioner for Nassau County in New York. Education of Duggan on the intricacies of the job; Career history of Duggan; Implementation of development projects.

Reports on the development planned by Dennis M. Baker and Associates in Boise, Idaho. Retail and office spaces planned; Description of the Pleasant Grove interchange; Areas served by the Pleasant Grove interchange.

Presents several economic development agencies in New York.

Comments on how Southwest Mississippi is promoting economic development through broadening the definition of community and through better communication with the media. Highlights of the 2002 Southwest Mississippi Economic Symposium; Role that the Southwest Mississippi Partnership will play in bringing the community together; Types of efforts comprising a successful economic development.

Provides information on the arguments concerning the consideration of economic development incentives in Mississippi. Impact of tax breaks for new industry on economic growth according to a study; Goal of the incentives; Views of an economic professor on the advantages and disadvantages of the incentives.

Focuses on a marketing campaign aimed at making more business owners aware of the fact that the Economic Development Council (EDC) of Western Massachusetts is a resource and that its regional approach to economic development is working. Goal of the Utah for the Coronet Springs Global Summit in Utah; Another gathering the EDC targets; Features of the first advertisement in the marketing campaign of EDC.

Focuses on economic development programs in Mississippi, as of September 2001. Provisions under the Growth and Prosperity Act from the Advantage Mississippi Initiative passed by legislators in August 2000; Program offered by the Mississippi Development Authority; Information on economic development organizations around the state.

Reports on the annual Economic Strategic Plan (ESP) for Jackson, Mississippi to be formed by city officials, businesspeople and members of various organizations in the area. Views of Harold Lathon, director of economic development for the city of Jackson; Economic development being considered for the city; Details of the business visitation program designed to help retain existing businesses in the area.