Tom Corbett

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Tom Corbett | State of Pennsylvania

Editor: Governor Corbett, please discuss the economic priorities of your current administration. Corbett: When I took office, Pennsylvania was still struggling with the aftermath of the economic recession, facing a staggering $4 billion budget deficit and near double-digit unemployment. To get...

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Tom Corbett | State of Pennsylvania

Editor: What were some of the challenges you faced when coming into office? Corbett: When I came into office in 2011, we faced historic challenges. A $4.2 billion deficit and an economy shedding jobs threatened progress in Pennsylvania. Our business confidence was low, and our taxes were too...

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Tom Corbett | State of Pennsylvania

Editor: Please tell us about your background and experiences that contribute to your agenda as Governor of Pennsylvania. Corbett: I was raised in Shaler Township, a suburb of Pittsburgh. My father was an attorney for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and he worked on development issues...