Governments' building projects shore up economy

Construction spending by federal, state and local governments has reached record levels, lifting the economy and employing some blue-collar workers despite a collapse in home building. Full Story »

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Barry Grossheim
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by Barry Grossheim - Oct. 1, 2008

This article points out how government spending on infrastructure and other long term projects can boost the economy long after consumer stimulus checks are spent.

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