Black America faces a bleak outlook in 2014 if trends over the last several years and particularly 2013 are any indication. This daunting projection spans economics, politics, health, education, and violence, according to national facts, figures, and expert analysis.
2014 will unfortunately be a replay of 2013, according to macro-economist Dr. Algernon Austin. “At best, we will see the very slow and very weak economic recovery continue,” Dr. Austin told The Final Call.
He suggested people pressure elected officials to extend unemployment insurance, expand the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and increase the minimum wage. Politicians must invest in public transportation and other infrastructure projects, prevent further state and local government cuts, and expand Social Security, among other things, he said.
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