Addressing the issues: Southern governors discuss obesity, insurance, economics, energy

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At the 73rd annual meeting of the Southern Governor's Asoociation (SGA), governors and medical experts discussed obesity and its impact on the US economy. The regional economic growth and work force pressures in a globalized economy were discussed by Federal Reserve Bank presidents. Stabilizing residential and commercial insurance markets in pre- and post event situations were tackled by the member governors of the SGA and insurance executives, and a panel of energy and workforce experts discussed industry trends, consumer demand, economic and job growth.

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Shared borders, shared concerns

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The various challenges, like the immigration and various economic issues, facing the relationship between the United States and Mexico are described. The implications of their relation for the whole of North America are discussed.

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Legislator annual salaries by region: 1975-2005

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The state-wise annual salaries of legislators in the United States from 1975 to 2005 and the percentage change are presented.

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