[OECS\Blue Economy Tourism]
The World Bank and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), recognising that Tourism is the main pillar of economic growth in the OECS, contributing significantly to GDP and jobs, have commissioned a regional study that includes a review of tourism in four countries in the OECS: St Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and the Commonwealth of Dominica.
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OECS and World Bank Commission Blue Economy Tourism Survey
It’s Time for U.S. Business Leaders to Talk Reparations
[Black Business\Reparations]
Michael Gee: “I believe a strong reparations program would accelerate economic growth and kickstart a new era of public discussion around racial equality and anti-racist policies.”
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NYC PUBLIC ADVOCATE ON MAYOR’S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS: LET’S TURN WORDS INTO ACTION
[State of the City\Public Advocate Response]
Public Advocate Williams: “Our children should not be over-policed…Law enforcement should not be responding to mental health crises- that approach has led to tragedy, and it’s neither appropriate for those in need who are making the call, nor fair to the officers answering it.”
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NEW YORK CONGRESSWOMAN VELASQUEZ: LACK OF DIVERSITY HURTING INVENTION, INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
[Patent Diversity\Innovation]
Rep. Nydia Velázquez: “Applying for and obtaining a patent allows small firms to gain access to capital, find licensing deals, and level the playing field with larger competitors—all of which are vital to creating jobs and fostering economic growth.”
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