Maine Compass: Independent contractors get help in Maine, need help elsewhere

Independent contractors are the quiet engine of Maine's economy. We value the employment provided by large enterprises, but nearly all of the net growth in U.S. jobs during the last 30 years has been created by small startups, which include independent contractors such as plumbers, truck drivers and hairstylists.



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