What drives economic growth in rural areas -- jobs attracting people, or people attracting jobs? According to Amanda Weinstein of the Center on Rural Innovation, the answer may lie in an unexpected factor: quality of life.
While rural employment has declined nationwide over the past five decades, New Mexico -- where over a third of the population resides in rural areas -- has a unique opportunity to reverse the trend. During a recent presentation to the state's Revenue Stabilization and Tax Policy Committee, Weinstein outlined how prioritizing quality of life can attract residents and businesses alike, redefining rural economic development.
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