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NYC Mayor and Comptroller Tell Wells Fargo to Do Right By Black Homeowners [UPDATED]
The Root spoke exclusively with NYC Comptroller Brad Lander about the city's decision to exclude the bank from city's deposit accounts
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HBCUs Want Legalized Marijuana to Benefit More Black People
Several HBCUs have launched programs designed to help Black people participate in the growing cannabis industry
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Brooklyn’s New Black-Owned LGBTQ Club Is a Safehaven
The owners of Club Lambda Brooklyn, Charles Hughes and Richard Solomon, spoke to The Root about taking the initiative to make a safe space for their community.
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14,000 Etsy Sellers Striking Against Transaction Fee Hike
The independent artists are taking a stand against the company for cutting into their earning potential
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The House Votes to Legalize Weed
Despite the House vote, is it too late to erase codified racial disparities in the growing cannabis industry?
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Is the Race-Wealth Gap About To Get Worse? Part Deux
A quick look at some not-that-encouraging economic stuff
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Black Brewers Are Changing The Face of The Beer Industry In Detroit
Black folks are charting new paths in the beer brewing industry of Detroit and beyond.
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After Shark Tank Gave them A Deal, The Black DC-based Veggie Company is Winning Beyond The Hill
Everything Legendary convinced Mark Cuban to invest in their plant-based meat brand
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NuLife Kicks and Soles for Souls is Restoring Sneakers and Trust in Its Community
Akeem Anifowoshe, the founder of NuLife Kicks, has a goal of helping kids in his community build the next great sneaker business.
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Lifestyle Site Showcases Independent Black-Owned Brands
Ebony Voyage is a one-stop shop for Black-owned fashion, beauty and decor brands