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Why Florida lags behind the nation in job creation

As unemployment continues to be a problem around the country, Florida in particular is searching for ways to create jobs. Governor Rick Scott released a statement on Friday calling Florida’s 12% unemployment rate unacceptable. WUFT’s Dan Katz spoke with economist Hank Fishkind about unemployment nationwide, what may be in store for the Sunshine State and what residents in North Central Florida can expect.

http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/Fishkindjobs2.mp3

Dan is a reporter for WUFT News and can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.