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The Future of the American Economy is in Skilled Hands

Published: April 14, 2026
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We’re at a crossroads. With millions of skilled labor positions unfilled, it’s clear we have starved our economy of the essential talent required to build, protect and power our country. The workforce challenges facing our nation are not merely a series of HR headaches for businesses. They represent a fundamental threat to our national security and economic resilience.

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