Even in a recession, black America’s spending power is robust in several economic sectors. We will explore and attempt to forecast where the dollars are going.
The Black Dollar Today
Growing Pains
Many black farmers who have been harmed over the years by the Agriculture Department’s discriminatory policies rejoiced when President Obama signed a bill to provide more than $1 billion in restitution, which had been delayed by Congressional squabbling. Who are some of these farmers, and what damages did they suffer, according to their successful lawsuit? Was it worth the wait? Find out in their video diaries.