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Rick Perry on Local Issues
Republican Governor (TX)
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Texas is nation's top moving destination for last 8 years
For eight years in a row, Allied Van Lines has named Texas the nation's top moving destination. We've made inroads in almost every industry sector, from biotech and computer science, to energy and finance. Visionary companies like
Facebook, Apple and Electronic Arts have expanded here. When these companies come to Texas they make a positive impact on your communities.
And even with a mass influx of job-seekers realizing their dreams in Texas, our unemployment rate has consistently remained below the national rate.
Even with that growth in industry and population, we've maintained a strong commitment to the environment.
Source: 2013 State of the State speech to Texas Legislature
, Jan 29, 2013
Can-do culture: Texas is not merely strong, but exceptional
I'm proud that Texas is a place where anyone can make a difference, regardless of where you're from or how you might spell your last name. Texas is not merely strong, but exceptional. We are a testament to the power of freedom, to the
entrepreneurial spirit unleashed from government interference.We believe these ideals are sturdy enough and strong enough to advance any and all Texans, regardless of race, color or creed. We embrace a "can do culture" for every citizen willing
to work hard and pursue a dream. Those ideals propel us forward as we stand as a national example that hard work can breed success regardless of one's station in life, that freedom is the best antidote to poverty,
and that each individual deserves to inherit a state of equality and opportunity. May the work we do in these hallowed halls preserve opportunity for every Texan.
Source: 2013 State of the State speech to Texas Legislature
, Jan 29, 2013
Page last updated: Apr 25, 2013
