Everything in Black Economics
Black workers are squeezed at the bottom and limited at the top Summary When I grew up, I heard of the “Sacred Seven”: seven occupations where Black people could do well during Jim Crow segregation. The seven are: Doctor, Dentist, Lawyer, Preacher, Teacher, Mortician and Businessman. They are occupations based on the needs of … Read more
Labor Day Related Stories or Economic Outlook Labor Day Edition I wish I had a lot of good news on Labor Day, but I don’t. The good news There are a couple of Labor bright spots. On July 31st, the New York State Nurses Association and the NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation reached a settlement. … Read more
A couple of Labor Day articles focusing on history. When Labor Day Meant Something (Atlantic) Have we forgotten the true meaning of Labor Day? (The Conversation) A Labor Day Reflection on Unions, Race, and Division (New Yorker) It’s not just famous actors and big-name writers the Hollywood strikes are hurting (Vox) Labor Day Is a … Read more