Saturday, June 16, 2007

Listening Task

Title:
Michael Nutter Announces Economic Development Plan

Source:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=5620434917253608285

Summary:
This speech talks about the economic development plan for Philadelphia. Michael Nutter, who wants to be a mayor, suggests some different plans.
To begin with, he wants to create an office of business to get rid of the economic obstacles. Thus, these are very good opportunities for all kinds of businesses. These chances lead to an increase in the number of employees, both men and women.
In addition, he wants to provide work programs to those who want to be a worker. After making the work program, many people can get these opportunities. Also, to reduce the people's burden, the government will make a tuition program for trainees. It will help poor people to learn job programs.
Finally, he mentions encouraging colleges and universities in Philadelphia. That is because, he believes that after people graduate from them, they can get more opportunities to get a job. After then, it will bring Philadelphia's economic development.

Opinion:
This listening task mentions economic development plan for Philadelphia. However, he just focuses on the increase of job opportunities. Thus, he suggests many policies only for jobs. I think his policies are good, but the cost would be expensive. That money comes from Philadelphian citizens. It means that the tax would be increased or budget would be cut from other sides. Therefore, I think that candidate has to consider many things, not just job opportunities.

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