August 21st, 2010
August 19th, 2010
Albany Times Union: Early Learning Paves Future
In New York, The Albany Times Union published an op-ed by Reid Hislop, America's Edge member and Vice President of Plug Power in Albany. In his op-ed, Reid explains that investments in early learning are necessary in order to prepare a work force that is truly ready to compete and excel in a global economy. Click here to read the op-ed.
August 2nd, 2010
San Francisco Chronicle: Career academies can boost state’s business
On August 2nd, the San Francisco Chronicle published a letter-to-the-editor by Joseph H. Haraburda, CEO of the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, explaining that Linked Learning does more than boost graduation rates, but also benefits Business by providing a more prepared entry-level workforce. To read the article, click here.
June 5th, 2010
Bangor Daily News: High-quality early education essential to success
In Maine, The Bangor Daily News published an op-ed by John Rohman, America's Edge member and owner of WBRC Architects. In his op-ed, John explains that investments in early learning are comparable to building a solid foundation for a durable future. Click here to read the entire op-ed.
May 7th, 2010
America's Edge releases new report in Illinois
Business leaders from Quincy held a news conference Thursday to release a new America's Edge research report showing that investments in child care and pre-k provide a surprisingly big boost to local business sales – as much or more in new sales as investments in other sectors such as transportation, manufacturing or utilities. The report also shows ...
April 29th, 2010
Federal investment in early learning would help revitalize Washington's economy
On April 29, The Seattle Times published an Op-Ed by America's Edge member Bob Watt, and prominent business leader John Stanton asking Senator Patty Murray and the U.S. Senate Budget Committee to consider investing in early learning programs. Click here to read the full op-ed.
April 19th, 2010
Maine Compass: Educare will serve children, community, future workforce
On April 19, Maine Compass published an op-ed by America's Edge member and President of the Maine Chamber of Commerce, Dana Connors, highlighting the benefits of Educare for Maine's future economic security. Read this op-ed by America's Edge member Dana Connors.
April 17th, 2010
VIDEO: New York Business Leaders Highlight Economic Benefits of Early Learning
A group of prominent business leaders shared with state legislators at a news conference in Albany, New York, that investments in child care and pre-K provide a surprisingly big boost to local business sales and are critical in jump-starting New York's economy. Watch this video for highlights of the event....
April 14th, 2010
Investments in Early Learning Pay off for Biz, State
On April 14, 2010, the Lansing State Journal published an op-ed by America's Edge member Cynthia Williams from East Lansing, Michigan. Click here to read the full op-ed.
March 11th, 2010