Worthy of Investment: The Importance of Black and Latino Coalition Building In Regard to Economic Development

Black and Brown communities are not monolithic racial groups, and they certainly fit along a wide political spectrum in terms of party affiliation and philosophy. Representing more than a quarter of the population, Black people and Latinos have specific political wants and needs that match our diversity. Nevertheless, Black and Brown people and neighborhoods both have physical and non-physical assets – businesses, homes, leadership, etc. – that are worthy of investment, but because of racism, those possessions are not getting the resources they need. Consequently, we share a common fate. This session will highlight our shared struggle and offer solutions that add value to people and places to counter the wealth extraction caused by racism.