Finally, as much as we affirm our achievements to date, we cannot afford to be ambivalent about the pace of change in technology. Nor can we afford to ignore the investment necessary to keep up let alone lead that pace. Other states have already taken up the challenge. Although it may not be readily apparent, a quiet crisis is upon us. Life is good.
Life is comfortable . . .
The University s September Summit on the Economy is a step in that direction. The real indicator of Minnesota s future economic health will be how quickly the state s public and private sector leadership translates that conversation into action.