Kentucky coal jobs down 4.8% compared to 2017 (second quarter)

[Ted Frazier]

Coal jobs from april to june are down in Kentucky compared to last year, disappointing many who thought Donald Trump would help the industry.
Kentucky coal jobs down 4.8% from this time last year Many hoped for a rebound in Kentucky coal jobs under Trump. It hasn’t happened.

In this thread, we will discuss the reasons why Mr. Trump has been unable to deliver on his coal promises.

 

[Missourian]

Much better than it would have been under Clinton...



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[Hossfly]

Coal jobs from april to june are down in Kentucky compared to last year, disappointing many who thought Donald Trump would help the industry.
Kentucky coal jobs down 4.8% from this time last year Many hoped for a rebound in Kentucky coal jobs under Trump. It hasn’t happened.

In this thread, we will discuss the reasons why Mr. Trump has been unable to deliver on his coal promises.

For one thing the President does not create jobs. The coal industry needs to export more coal.

 

[JakeStarkey]

Thank you, President Trump.

He said the coal industry was going to come back under him.

We all know he was just flapping his lips.

 

[Hossfly]

Thank you, President Trump.

He said the coal industry was going to come back under him.

We all know he was just flapping his lips.

Have patience, Jake. It takes time.