Practical approach for jobs and the economy
Steve Ahlquist
Gubernatorial candidate Helena Buonanno Foulkes (Democrat)
announced the first component of “Believe in Rhode Island,” her
comprehensive economic plan to give “every Rhode Islander a real shot at a
good-paying job, a career, and a better future.”
“Over the next few weeks, I’m going to be rolling out parts
of Believe in Rhode Island, my comprehensive economic plan that I will
implement as governor,” said Foulkes.
“My plan is grounded in the belief in our
people, our talent, and the incredible assets that Rhode Island has to offer.
For too long, our elected leaders have been trying to tax incentive or special
deal their way into economic success. Instead, we should invest in Rhode
Islanders and lean into what our incredible state has to offer. I’m proud... to
announce my Classroom-to-Career Initiative, the largest investment in career
and technical education in the history of Rhode Island.
“Every parent I meet wants the same thing for their kid: a
good, stable job and a future where they don’t have to leave Rhode Island to
find a job. For too long, we’ve told young people that the only path to a
successful career runs through a four-year college, but talking to the men and
women in our trades, the operating engineers, the electricians, the plumbers,
the iron workers, and the carpenters, they’ll tell you they have stable
careers, good pay, and pride in the work they do.
"It’s the same for our healthcare
workers, our advanced manufacturers, and our marine technicians. All Rhode
Island needs is more people in all of these careers, and that’s why, as
governor, I’ll propose a $100 million bond to fund capital construction for
career and technical education facilities at or near high schools throughout
the state, so our young people can learn career track skills and start careers
with Rhode Island companies straight after graduation.”
“My classroom to career plan has four key points,” said
Foulkes.
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