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On the recordJanuary 25, 2023
Madam Speaker, it is no wonder we have a skills gap. For decades, people have been told that a bachelor's degree is the only path to a successful career. As a result, fewer and fewer young people are choosing to learn skilled trades. Without skilled professionals, who will repair our roads, homes, and cars? We need these men and women who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. Yet, applications for technical jobs dropped by almost 50 percent over the last 2 years. With a potential looming recession for those holding office jobs, many might be disappointed they missed out on learning a high-skilled trade. Fortunately, it isn't too late. Many open technical jobs pay a six-figure salary, and businessowners are struggling to fill them. If I had to give young people advice today, it would be to consider learning a high-skilled trade. ____________________
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Virginia Foxx
Republican · North Carolina

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