Economic Development
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Fordham Law School Publishes Article on Biden’s Federal Private Prison Order
The National Center for Community Strategies commends Fordham Law School on this article. The action is part of the admistration’s effort to address racial inequity in the country and make good on Biden’s campaign promises to Black Americans — who were integral to securing his presidential win. What does Biden’s Prison Order Mean? “When it…
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Unemployment Benefits Will Come From the States
With COVID-19 stilling running rampant around the country, many are still out of a job and struggling to find any other employment. After a federal unemployment benefit program ended in July, President Trump has introduced a new program which would pay $400 a week; this is a $200 decrease from the last program. Most notably,…
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Reset Button for the United States at This Point of COVID-19
Even though coronavirus cases are spiraling in several states, 150 key medical experts have sent the Trump administration a letter calling for a “reset.” Dr. Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, believes “If certain states or cities are in phase two of the guidelines of opening America again, you might…
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First Historic Moment for Generation Z
Born after 1996, Generation Z individuals are currently facing one of the largest setbacks and generation defining moments in the form of Covid-19. As many are in their early stages of adulthood, they are faced with the reality of having to learn independence and responsibility while navigating a worldwide pandemic. Recent college graduates and current…
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It’s Never Too Late For Entrepreneurial Dreams to Become a Reality
Whether unemployment is a reality or a worry for you, you’re not alone. A May 2020 survey by the World Economic Forum found that 40 percent of Americans are losing sleep over unemployment anxiety. Ask yourself what you do well. Skills you’ve learned through the years can be used in another line of work. A…
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Bridging the Digital Divide
As the 21st century realm of technology continues to improve, some individuals and communities are being left behind. This concept, known is “the digital divide”, describes the inequality in access to to information and computer technology devices, more specifically described as the accessibility to broadband. Broadband essentially connects people to the internet. This inequality is…