1. Notable & Quotable: Minority Entrepreneurs.
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INCOME inequality , *BUSINESSPEOPLE , *INCOME gap , *SOCIAL mobility , *ECONOMIC mobility - Abstract
The article discusses the role of entrepreneurship in helping minorities achieve economic independence and the American Dream, as highlighted by Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus. Marcus emphasizes that entrepreneurship provides a pathway for individuals from diverse backgrounds to succeed based on market value rather than personal resources or backgrounds. He points out that many minority entrepreneurs are actively overcoming economic disparities through hard work and determination, highlighting the importance of supporting and accelerating this process to bridge economic divides. Marcus also criticizes government policies that hinder economic independence for those without advantages, particularly minorities. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2024