Jay Nixon's Statement on Anheuser-Busch Sale and the State of Missouri's Economy

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Jay Nixon's Statement on Anheuser-Busch Sale and the State of Missouri's Economy

Attorney General Jay Nixon released the following statement today:

"Anheuser-Busch is more than the nation's largest beer producer, and it's more than a major employer. It's a source of pride for our region and part of the fabric of our community. I was disheartened to learn that the sale was final, putting thousands of Missouri jobs at risk. 



"The Anheuser-Busch sale is the latest in a series of economic blows that our state has endured in the past few weeks. This past weekend, we learned that Bombardier has decided not to build its new plant in Missouri after all. Two weeks ago, Chrysler announced plans to close its Fenton plant and downsize another local plant, which will leave another 2,400 hardworking Missourians out of work. Our state has lost more than 15,000 jobs since October, and our unemployment rate is now among the nation's highest. Our economy is clearly moving backwards, and Missouri families are struggling to make ends meet. Gas and grocery prices are skyrocketing, health care is unaffordable, and Missourians are worried about their jobs leaving the state.

"To turn this economy around, I believe we need to invest in Missouri's greatest asset -- its hardworking men and women. That means investing in job re-training programs, rebuilding our Main Streets and making college more affordable for middle-class families. We need to hold the line on taxes -- and give additional tax relief to the Missourians who need it most. I firmly believe our best days are ahead of us, and that together we will move this economy forward and give Missouri families the change they need."

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