Governor Quinn Visits Innovative Manufacturer as Illinois Comeback Continues

CICERO — As Illinois’ unemployment rate fell to its lowest point in more than five years, Governor Pat Quinn today visited an innovative and growing local manufacturer, United Gasket Corporation, to discuss the state’s ongoing economic recovery from the worst recession since the Great Depression. Illinois’ unemployment rate has dropped to 7.9 percent — its lowest level in more than five years and lower than when the Governor took office. Today’s event is part of the Governor’s commitment to driving Illinois’ economy forward.

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