Plummer Calls on Opponent to Explain His Statement on the Economy

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Jason Plummer, Republican Nominee for Illinois' 12th Congressional District, is calling on his Democratic opponent to explain his statement that "the economy is gradually getting better" following a jobs report that showed the five Illinois counties with the highest unemployment rate are in the 12th District.

The monthly report, which is released by the Illinois Department of Employment Security, shows that the economic conditions in the 12th District continue to deteriorate. Not only are the five counties with the highest unemployment rate in the District, but half of the District's counties face double-digit unemployment rates. July also marked the third consecutive month the the unemployment rate of every county has increased.

"It's gut-wrenching to see these reports come out each month that show more and more Southern Illinois families are unable to find work," Plummer said. "The 12th District needs a Congressman who knows that we must have a dynamic business environment in order to bring jobs back to the region."

Plummer said that the voters deserve an explanation on why his opponent thinks that the economy is improving.

"Southern Illinoisans are hurting. They've seen their jobs and industries leave the region due to the President and his allies' policies," Plummer said. "It's insulting to tell residents of communities that face double-digit unemployment that we're on the right path. My opponent needs to be honest and tell the voters why he thinks the economy is getting better.

"More than ever, the District needs a Congressman who understands the residents' struggles and will fight for them," Plummer added. "In Congress, I will use my private-sector experience to help bring jobs and prosperity back to Southern Illinois."

On the heels of the devastating economic news, Plummer announced the kick-off of a District-wide truck tour. During the three-day tour, which will begin on Tuesday, Plummer will visit communities from all 12 of the District's counties and meet with voters and listen to their concerns.

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