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Perry Ending California Trip Empty Handed - So Far 2/14/13
Associated Press
February 14, 2013
AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry is wrapping up his high-profile
recruiting trip to California without having convinced any businesses to
relocate to his state - at least not yet.
The Republican said Wednesday that he met with many entrepreneurs and
business leaders but didn't give examples.
Perry also said he held a reception for more than 200 California companies
who have expressed interest in moving. His office later clarified that 20
businesses actually attended, however.
Last week, Perry was featured in radio ads denigrating California taxes and
regulation and touting Texas as friendlier to businesses.
He now says that competition between the states is healthy, even if it can
sometimes get uncomfortable.
Perry likened it to a race, saying he'd rather be ahead and "letting someone
look at my backside."