South Africa’s March toward MDGs
More needs to be done but the Gazelle Index applauds South Africa for its MDG achievements and continuing struggle to reduce poverty, infectious diseases, unemployment and gender inequality.
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To Increase Home Loans, the Fed should Raise Interest Rates
Higher interest rates make it easier for people to get home loans because lenders receive a greater reward for taking risks on home mortgages. Since the economy is growing, the Fed should stop its low rate policy.
Hispanic/Latino Owned Businesses want Lower Taxes, Blacks want more Loans
Small businesses owners differ in what they want out of Presidential candidates. Hispanic businesses strongly prefer lower taxes, black businesses want more access to loans and credit.
Hispanic Businesses are Hit Hardest by the Recession
The recession hurt employment in Hispanics/Latino-owned small businesses more than it did for any other race or ethnic group; 55% of Hispanic businesses cut their work force while 29% cut it by 50% or more.