Republican debate in Miami must answer this question on technology

It's crucial that Republican candidates in this debate stand up for the future of American prosperity.

Mayor Francis Suarez is mayor of the city of Miami. He has also served as president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

As mayor, I’ve done everything in my power to grow our city’s economy into a national powerhouse. We welcome (and welcome back) entrepreneurs like Ken Griffin and Jeff Bezos. Embracing technology has allowed us to equip our police in delivering the lowest murder rate in recorded history. Embracing technology has allowed us to deliver better public services at a fraction of the cost, allowing us to cut taxes to the lowest rate in history while delivering the highest bond rating in our history. 

These efforts continue to pay off as we welcome back native talent and newcomers. Miami’s tech industry has exploded since the pandemic because we governed by leveraging technology with practicality. When Florida added over 22,000 new tech jobs last year, more than a quarter of them were here in Miami. And as investment has continued to pour in, our entrepreneurs have proven that it was well-placed. Miami’s tech community is thriving, and as it ascends, so too do the thousands of small businesses that call Miami home.