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Mississippi leaders see opportunity to match success of Georgia, N.C.
But nearly half think their children must leave Mississippi to find a ‘good job’
by Ted Carter
Published: June 5,2011
Tags: Blueprint 2011, economic development, economic success, Georgia, Mississippi Economic Council, North Carolina
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