From political attacks to job losses, pay gaps and maternal health, Dr. David J. Johns argues the country is failing Black women. In this op-ed, he points to the forthcoming book “The Black Papers” for the receipts and the policy solutions.
Black unemployment
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This is why Stephen A. Smith should stick to sports
After Stephen A. Smith’s dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House, columnist Raynard Jackson argues the sports commentator missed a chance to play at the power level. In this op-ed, he says Smith raised problems without making a clear ask, then made things worse by defending himself online.
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Black unemployment in Minnesota hits 10.5%
Black Minnesotans are out of work at more than twice the rate of the state’s overall workforce, with unemployment at 10.5% in August. State economists say they can’t yet explain why Minnesota’s rate has stayed above the national rate all year. Editor Jasmine McBride has the story.
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Paid leave debate ramps up at MN Capitol
Paid leave remains one of the bigger issues being considered in the Minnesota Legislature this session.
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Labor Day highlights struggles of Black workers
Widespread demands for change could rejuvenate organized labor.
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Simple changes help companies hire more black workers
In February, the state black unemployment rate fell to 6.1 percent. A groundbreaking Twin Cities organization is focused on seeing that trend continue.
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Under Trump, Black unemployment rises
During President Donald Trump’s first full month in office, the Black unemployment rate rose as the White unemployment rate fell, according to the latest jobs report. Key employment indicators show that Black workers lost ground in February. The unemployment rate for Black workers increased from 7.7 percent in January to 8.1 percent in February. The […]