2011 Annual Policy Conference
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2011 Annual Policy Conference: Navigating a Changing Political Landscape to Advance Economic Stability for Mississippi’s Working Families
Opening Plenary:
Presenters: Darrin Webb, State Economist
Emily Wagster-Pettus, AP Political
Reporter
Bobby Harrison, Capitol Correspondent,
North East Mississippi Daily Journal
Breakout Sessions:
Session 1:
• A. Budget and Tax
Tax Reform and Job Creation for a Strong State Economy
Presenters: Sara Miller, Senior Policy Analyst
Mississippi Economic Policy Center
Elaine Mejia, Senior Program Associate
Public Works, Demos
• B. Building Economic Security and Assets for Working Families Part 1
Assessing Basic Economic Security and Building Pathways for Working Families
Presenters: Sarah Welker, Policy Analyst
Mississippi Economic Policy Center
Delese Harvey, Director
D.C. Metro Area Family
Economic Security, WOW
Session 2:
• C. Health Care Update Understanding Healthcare Reform in Mississippi
Presenters: Corey Wiggins, Senior Consultant
i-Think Group
• D. Building Economic Security and Assets for Working Families Part 2
Making Mississippi Competitive: Solutions for Building Assets in Low-Wealth Communities
Presenters: Antwyn Brown, Policy Analyst
Mississippi Economic Policy Center
Alicia N. Netterville, Community Organizer
Center for Responsible Lending
Felicia Lyles, VP Regional Branch
Administrator Hope Credit Union
