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Better Business: How Hispanic Entrepreneurs Are Beating Expectations and Bolstering the U.S. Economy
New American Economy and the Latino Donor Collaborative’s new report, “Better Business: How Hispanic Entrepreneurs Are Beating Expectations and Bolstering the U.S. Economy,” shows how the number of Hispanic entrepreneurs in America has grown exponentially over the past two decades, powering the economy during the recent recession. Hispanic immigrants in particular are now more likely to be entrepreneurs than […]
Read MoreBetter Business: How Hispanic Entrepreneurs Are Beating Expectations and Bolstering the U.S. Economy
New American Economy and the Latino Donor Collaborative’s new report, “Better Business: How Hispanic Entrepreneurs Are Beating Expectations and Bolstering the U.S. Economy,” shows how the number of Hispanic entrepreneurs in America has grown exponentially over the past two decades, powering the economy during the recent recession. Hispanic immigrants in particular are now more likely to be entrepreneurs than […]
Read MoreHigh-Tech Immigrant Entrepreneurs are Crucial to Local Economies
Recently, a growing number of cities and states have begun pursuing strategies that attract and welcome immigrants and immigrant entrepreneurs in order to grow their economies. Encouraging immigrant high-tech entrepreneurship, and addressing the factors that cultivate an environment in which entrepreneurs may be more successful, is yet another avenue for growth cities may wish to […]
Read MoreReport Shows Surge in Rate of Hispanic Entrepreneurship
Hispanic immigrants now more likely to be entrepreneurs than broader U.S. population Washington, DC — New American Economy and the Latino Donor Collaborative today released a new report showing how the number of Hispanic entrepreneurs in America has grown exponentially over the past two decades, powering the economy during the recent recession. Hispanic immigrants in […]
Read MoreTexas business groups call for immigration reform
AUSTIN — Texas retailers, restaurants, hotels and farmers say they need immigration reform to continue to expand their operations. A coalition of trade groups launched a coordinated effort Monday morning to get more low-skilled workers. Members include the Texas Restaurant Association, Texas Association of Retailers, Texas Hotel and Lodging Association and the South Texas Property […]
Read MoreCalifornia Farmers Short of Labor, and Patience
HURON, Calif. — When Chuck Herrin, who runs a large farm labor contracting company, looks out at the hundreds of workers he hires each year to tend to the countless rows of asparagus, grapes, tomatoes, peaches and plums, he often seethes in frustration. It is not that he has any trouble with the laborers. It […]
Read MorePress Release: New Report Shows Looming Gap in Less-Skilled Labor Force is a Threat to U.S. Economic Growth
Washington, DC — Strong demand for less-skilled workers is being undermined by a declining number of young people willing and able to work less-skilled jobs, according to a new report released today by The Partnership for a New American Economy. The report, which was released during a Capitol Hill briefing sponsored by the Partnership and […]
Read MoreLet’s #SlamDunkReform This Year
We’ve been shooting for immigration reform for decades. But each year, Congress passes up the chance to score a big win for the American economy. Not passing immigration reform is madness. Immigrants are making an impact in states across the country, and we need leaders in Washington to advance legislation so America can compete on […]
Read MoreA Crucial Piece of the Puzzle
Strong demand for less-skilled workers is being undermined by a declining number of young people willing and able to work less-skilled jobs, according to a report, “A Crucial Piece of the Puzzle: Demographic Change and Why Immigrants are Needed to Fill America’s Less-Skilled Labor Gap.” The report, which was released during a Capitol Hill briefing sponsored by New American […]
Read MoreA Crucial Piece of the Puzzle
Strong demand for less-skilled workers is being undermined by a declining number of young people willing and able to work less-skilled jobs, according to a report, “A Crucial Piece of the Puzzle: Demographic Change and Why Immigrants are Needed to Fill America’s Less-Skilled Labor Gap.” The report, which was released during a Capitol Hill briefing sponsored by New American […]
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