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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There Is Agreement: Let’s Raise the Minimum Wage!
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • November 19, 2013 • Inclusive Economy / Income & Poverty / Jobs & Training
Testimony
Testimony of Elissa Silverman, Communications Director, At the Public Hearing on B20-438, “Minimum Wage and Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Amendment Act of 2013â€; B20-459, “Minimum Wage Amendment Act of 2013â€; B20-460, “Living Wage for All Act of 2013â€; B20-463, “Minimum Wage Revision Commission Establishment Amendment Act of 2013â€; B20-480, “Earned Sick and Safe Leave Act of 2013â€
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • October 30, 2013 • Inclusive Economy / Income & Poverty / Jobs & Training
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere, Executive Director, At the Joint Public Hearing on • B20-438, the “Minimum Wage and Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Amendment Act of 2013†• B20-459, the “Minimum Wage Amendment Act of 2013†• B20-460, the “Living Wage for All Act of 2013†• B20-463, the “Minimum Wage Revision Commission Establishment Amendment Act of 2013 • B20-480, the “Earned Sick and Safe Leave Act of 2013â€
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • October 28, 2013 • Inclusive Economy / Income & Poverty / Jobs & Training
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