Florida to pass New York as third most populous state
Florida is projected to surpass New York this year to become the nation’s third most populous state, behind California and Texas. The growth underscores Florida’s aging population, diverse economy, and influx of migrants, with voters and analysts noting its 29 electoral votes and sunny appeal attract many new residents like Michael Richards who moved from the military to Tampa.
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Surge of Older Workers Won't Take Most Jobs
Economists dispute the belief that older workers crowd out youth. April Wu of the Center for Retirement Research says the theory lacks factual support, arguing that labor market dynamics do not show a wave of seniors displacing younger job seekers despite popular claims.
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April Yanyuan Wu
Center For Retirement Research
Boston College
Opinion: reader comments on professor hiring at a university
The piece notes readers can comment on the story at aikenstandard.com or send opinions to the newspaper. It mentions an elderly professor staying past normal retirement as a cause, with economists suggesting there may be full-time teaching posts elsewhere and a younger grad student being blocked from a job.
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Upstate New York Loses Residents As People Move South
The Buffalo area exits rise as young workers like Melissa Grothues and John Steele leave for better opportunities. Upstate counties show flat growth while New York loses population and Congressional seats. Florida may soon surpass New York as the third most populous state.
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