In an inclusive economy, economic growth leads to shared prosperity that allows every resident economic security, resources to build wealth, and opportunity to live to their fullest. Yet Black and brown residents in DC, especially those with low incomes, face structural barriers to decent employment and income, including anti-Black racism, bias, and employment discrimination. District leaders can ensure every resident is able to share in the city’s prosperity by addressing the deeply rooted, systemic challenges faced by Black people in its economic policies.
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Press Release
Sales Tax is an Unfair Way to Fix Metro: New research shows a sales tax has 5 times greater impact on struggling families than on the richest
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • August 27, 2017 • Inclusive Economy
Report
What’s In the Approved Fiscal Year 2018 Budget for Employment and Training?
By Ilana Boivie • July 27, 2017 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training
Blog
What Are DC Residents Spending More Money On? Housing, Health Care and Restaurants
By Claire Zippel • July 14, 2017 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Inclusive Economy
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Testimony
Department of Corrections Must Improve Nutrition for Incarcerated Residents
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