The handful of Mississippians who have risen from poverty to prominence occupy more space in our imaginations — and our TVs, books, blogs, etc. — than combined stories of the 256,000 Mississippi children currently living in poverty.
The myth that allows Mississippi to ignore a third of its children Read Post »
For the 24th time in 25 years, Mississippi finished last in the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s index of 16 child well-being indicators. The director of Mississippi KIDS COUNT provides an explanation of the rankings.
Starting with quality data, Mississippi KIDS COUNT works to improve child well-being Read Post »
Despite low taxes, Mississippi ranked 49th in Forbes’s 2013 business climate survey thanks to a poorly-trained labor force and low quality of life.
Mississippi’s businesses demand investment, not tax cuts Read Post »
After more than a decade of stagnant wages, one in three jobs in Mississippi does not pay enough to lift a family of four out of poverty.
Mississippi’s jobs problem is also an income problem Read Post »
At 8 percent, Mississippi?s unemployment rate was the highest in the nation for July.
Despite moderate recovery, Mississippi’s job market remains the weakest in the nation Read Post »
Mississippi ranks 46th in business creation and 49th in STEM professionals. Educational reforms are needed to make Mississippi’s economy more dynamic and innovative.
Mississippi’s Tomorrow: New approaches to entrepreneurship, STEM education are key Read Post »
Children in Mississippi are falling further behind the rest of the nation?s children in vital areas such as education and health, according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
Report: Mississippi children continue to lack needed resources Read Post »
Or anything online, for that matter.
41 percent of Mississippians cannot see this blog post Read Post »
Mississippi receives $2.45 in federal spending for every $1 it contributes in taxes. It’s time we showed our gratitude.
A thank you note to the taxpayers of America Read Post »
In honor of Equal Pay Day, Mississippi should resolve to eliminate wage discrimination and other barriers to economic opportunity for women.
