Evening Friends! We are free to develop — a common sense notion that seems so simple, yet we hesitate. Economic development is mired in this messy recession fueled by volumes of bad news (just heard on the news: with the economy in freefall, crime is rising…). Bad news seems to fuel even greater fear.
Bad news aside, I just watched Ken Burns’ American Stories, the History of the Statue of Liberty on PBS. It is an inspirational story of strength and determination. It documents America’s immigration history, an even more inspirational saga of freedom (…give us your tired…).
Grasp the spirit of strength and determination, and yes, freedom! Look at this economic stimulus package as an opportunity. It is far from perfect but offers tremendous avenues toward job creation: transportation infrastructure, job training, R&D investment, green technology (solar, wind, biofuels), research parks, etc, etc!
Grasp it, Plan it…Develop…Freedom! Have a great week! Deane