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State of Working Washington 2006
Publication Date: October 2006
Publisher(s): Economic Opportunity Institute
Author(s): Marilyn P. Watkins; Cara Saunto; Inga Senftleben
Funder(s): Economic Policy Institute; Economic Analysis and Research Network; AFSCME. Council 2 (Wash.)
Funder(s): Economic Policy Institute; Economic Analysis and Research Network; AFSCME. Council 2 (Wash.)
Topic: Economics (Economic conditions)
Keywords: Washington state economy; Recession; Wages
Type: Report
Coverage: Washington
Abstract:
Compiles and summarizes data from a wide range of state and national sources to give a snapshot of how Washington’s families are faring in today’s economy, and in the context of past economic growth. Findings in the areas of job growth, health services, income and benefits are all compared to national and international averages. Proposed recommendations are included in the second half of the report.