We just had the best first quarter in state history in economic development. So while most states are falling into recession, we're creating not just jobs, but good jobs. Our average wage for a new job last year was almost $30 an hour. But if there's, you know, one word I'd use to describe this legislative session, it's denial. Now it started before we got here when we had a budget shortfall. (26:20–26:25)
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