Dr. Dan: "National Unemployment Rate is Too High"

Statement

Dr. Dan Benishek released the following statement today regarding the disappointing US unemployment numbers for the month of June, which stagnated at 8..2 percent:

"Northern Michiganders are diligent hardworking people, unfortunately Washington continues to do little to help them and our local job creators. From the new healthcare law to job killing regulations; and from the constant threat of higher taxes to the continued uncertainty, America's small businesses are suffering the brunt of Washington's poor leadership and policy decisions. These bad policies are a direct effect of today's dismal jobs number.

"The American Dream is dependent on being self sufficient but the policies coming from President Obama do not promote those principles. I believe in the American Dream, it "s why I worked hard and became a doctor. Washington needs to work to ensure that the American Dream is a possibility for all by promoting pro-business policies. America's most valuable resource is our hardworking people, I want to see our resource used to its fullest potential and get Northern Michigan back to work."

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