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Inclusive Economy

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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DC Council Can Celebrate Mothers by Investing in Their Economic Security

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Council Must Make Changes to FY24 Budget Proposal to Support an Inclusive Economy

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The High Cost of Denying Statehood to the District of Columbia

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Issue Experts

Tazra Mitchell

Tazra Mitchell

Policy Director

tmitchell@dcfpi.org
Erica Williams

Erica Williams

Executive Director

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Michael Johnson Jr.

Michael Johnson Jr.

State Policy Fellow

mjohnson@dcfpi.org

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