Black unemployment, income, and homeownership have all declined since Donald Trump’s return to office, leaving many Black voters disillusioned with his economic promises. Critics argue his policies disproportionately hurt Black Americans while benefiting wealthier households, even as Trump tries to frame himself as a champion for working families.
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Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland’s 2024 year-end data highlights promising trends for residents
Maryland added nearly 2,300 jobs in October and November 2024, with the unemployment rate being lower than the national rate, and minority-owned businesses may have contributed to the upward trend in hiring.
Posted inBUSINESS
A small business owner’s guide to starting a 401(k) plan
Small business owners can provide their employees with retirement benefits through a 401(k) plan, which can help attract and retain employees in today’s tight labor market, and there are various types of 401(k) plans to choose from, including traditional, Roth, profit-sharing, safe harbor, and automatic enrollment plans.
Posted inBlack History, Education, HBCU, Transportation
Tuskegee University receives $6.7 million in federal funding to launch aviation degree program
Tuskegee University has announced $6.7 million in federal funding to launch a new aviation degree program in the fall, which will grant students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in aviation science on a pilot track.