KDP CHAIR WAGNON MAKES STATEMENT ON BOEING MOVE

“We should all learn that throwing money at wealthy corporations to attract or retain jobs doesn’t guarantee loyalty or longevity.  We need a new approach to economic development that invests first in our schools, our people, our roads and communities. It’s a sad day for Kansas and for Boeing. Despite all the economic incentives and tax breaks, of which there were many, and despite the loyalty of… Boeing’s workers and its long history in Kansas, Boeing turned its back on a community and a state that supported the corporation generously through tough times. The entire community will be affected by Boeing’s careless decision to abandon Wichita. Every good paying job at Boeing supports two and a half service jobs in the area.”