economy
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MALVEAUX: Poverty and the Fallacy of Long-Term Economic Greatness
Too many aren't doing as well as they might, and too many, even with wage growth, aren't making enough money…
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Low Unemployment, Inflation Rates Worry Fed
Inflation has been low despite a stable labor market, as employers are fearful of raising prices and alienating consumers but…
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Jobless Rate Increases Year Over Year for Black Men 20 and Older
The jobless rate among African American men is much higher compared to White men, Asians and Hispanics.
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MALVEAUX: How Strong is Our Economy?
While employers are clearly hiring, they aren't hiring enough people to make those at the bottom confident enough to look…
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BUSINESS EXCHANGE: Time Blacks Gave Trump His Just Due
If African Americans put aside for a moment their opinion of Donald Trump's words and actions and be perfectly honest,…
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EDITOR’S COLUMN: Dear Mr. President, Everyday People Need the Whole Truth
As I continue to listen to the president boast time and time again about America's surging economy and the profits…
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Even With Advanced Degrees, Black Women Earn Less Than White Men
Black women have to work seven extra months to earn what white men were paid in 2016. On average, black…
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New York Life Reaches $50B Empowerment Goal in the Black Community
The New York Life insurance company recently hosted a panel discussion on bridging the racial wealth gap in Washington, D.C.
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Economists Predict Rise in Low-Wage Jobs
A new CareerBuilder survey says low-wage jobs will grow the fastest over the next five years — bad news for…
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Obama’s Policies Still Drive Economic Growth
The jobs numbers over the last six months have generally been impressive. It’s fascinating to note that, suddenly, all the…
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