Focus on stimulating economic growth via local aid
I think all of us agree on one thing, which is about the importance of stimulating economic growth here in Massachusetts and how important that is. I will say when I talk about the reasons for restoring local aid it is about investing in the
infrastructure so we can create a platform and small and medium-sized businesses to grow. It's about creating opportunities to provide capital for those small and medium sized businesses, which is where most job growth is going to come from.
Source: 2006 MA Gubernatorial debate on Fox News with Chris Wallace
Sep 25, 2006
Focus on selling Massachusetts
As Governor, working with mayors and other local officials, I will personally engage in attracting new businesses and workers to Massachusetts and encouraging those here to expand.
We will also fund a marketing program to stimulate investment in and relocation to Massachusetts.