DeGette Statement on Colorado Unemployment Rate Dropping to 5.5 Percent

DENVER – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (CO-01) issued the following statement after Colorado reported its June unemployment rate had fallen to 5.5 percent, the lowest level since October 2008.

"Our continued economic progress and job growth are welcome news for Colorado workers, job seekers, and business owners. The Great Recession dealt a painful blow, and we are now in a position to turn a slow but steady recovery into strong and consistent growth. Colorado is full of hardworking and talented people, and we are poised to reach new economic heights."

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