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Economist Dr. Lisa Cook Is the First Black Woman to Serve on the U.S. Federal Reserve Board

Dr. Cook is the latest Black woman nominated by President Joe Biden to a position making her the first to serve on a federal body.
05/12/2022

Joint Center Poll Finds Black People Cautiously Optimistic About Biden Presidency

Joint Center Poll Finds Black Americans Cautiously Optimistic But Concerned About Economics and Race
02/23/2022

You Might Be Eligible For A $1400 IRS Plus-Up Stimulus Check, But The Deadline Is December 31st

To be eligible you must have made less in 2020 than in 2019.
12/26/2021

Black Women Are Leaving the Workforce at the Highest Rates of Any U.S. Demographic, Report Says

Black Women Leaving U.S. Workforce More Than Other Demographics, Report Says
12/14/2021

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day 2021: How To Negotiate Your Salary Like a Boss

Two industry experts give us the scoop on getting paid.
08/03/2021

CEO of OneUnited Bank Announces Campaign To End The Racial Wealth Gap

OneUnited Bank teaches you how to generate steady money.
03/05/2021
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WAS 60: Economic Empowerment Is Key

@MrMIMB on how entrepreneurship can uplift Black community.
11/18/2015

Economics Needs More Minorities, Women, Says Federal Reserve Chair

Janet Yellen addressed the lack of diversity at conference.
10/30/2014

Commentary: Connecting the Dots

Linking Trayvon Martin to Eric Holder to stop and frisk.
08/16/2013