NEW JERSEY has always been positioned at the leading technological edge of the American economy. This has long been the foundation of the state's prosperity, its high standard of living, and its attractive quality of life. Initially, New Jersey was preeminent in advanced technology-based manufacturing, but by the end of the 20th century, the state had evolved into a technology driven, knowledge-based, information-dependent economic dynamo. Only by being on the frontiers of economic innovation – only by continually moving "up-market" – has New Jersey maintained its enviable position. But, the economy did this largely on its own, with minimal public...
