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Atlanta Forward: Regional economy

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By Rick Badie
May 27, 2014

Tourism, a major industry and job creator for the state, had a record year in 2013 as it generated more than $50 billion in sales. Today, an economics official offers insight on what attracts domestic as well as international visitors to Atlanta and other parts of the state. Meanwhile, the CEO for the National Center for Civil and Human Rights explains how that museum fits Atlanta’s tourism portfolio. Finally, the third essay deals with patent trolls and their potential to pester Georgia firms.

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