Many had never looked for a job.

They're not experienced at looking for a job, and they've been out of the loop for awhile.

The last three or four years have told people in the region that nothing is secure. You have to take control of your career.

I've had a terrible time with some of the members just getting them to think there was something out there besides the steel mill.

Now it's 30 years later, and you're not needed anymore.

Tax increases are a dirty word, but the question is if the public would be willing to accept a small surcharge on their taxes to cover the cost of Katrina,