Wednesday, February 27, 2008

UM Rosentiel School Faculty Member Selected to Help Inspire Changes in Public Policy

Florida TaxWatch has appointed Dr. David Letson, associate professor of marine affairs and policy at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, to its new Council of Economic Advisors. The Council will provide professional, non-partisan public policy advice and recommendations to all appropriate branches and units of Florida state government, including the Executive, Legislative, and Cabinet branches, to promote the long-term sustainable growth and development of the Florida economy. Letson is among eight individuals from non-profit, private and public sector organizations chosen for their distinguished record of professional achievement in economic and/or public policy research to be selected to the panel.

Florida TaxWatch is a private, non-profit, non-partisan research institute that over its 30 year history has provided the citizens of Florida and public officials with high quality, independent research and education on government revenues, expenditures, taxation and public policies.

Florida’s economy faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the years ahead. Public policies will assume heightened importance in an era where solid economic growth can no longer be viewed as inevitable. Effective public policies will require counsel, advice and recommendations from talented people who possess the knowledge, expertise, and interest to make a significant difference and contribution to Florida’s future.

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