Kamala Harris unveils economic plan for Black men amid ongoing challenges in addressing racial wealth gap

Vice President Kamala Harris recently introduced an economic plan targeting African-American men, aiming to create jobs and remove barriers to wealth. This includes loans for Black entrepreneurs and training programs in high-demand fields. Critics suggest it may be a strategy to secure votes. Historically, similar liberal proposals have struggled to address the root causes of racialized poverty. Past efforts focused on individual opportunity rather than systemic issues, often failing to close the racial wealth gap. Harris's agenda reflects this ongoing challenge. To effectively tackle economic disparities, experts suggest that Harris should consider policies addressing institutional racism and structural inequalities, such as expanding the child tax credit and increasing affordable housing. These measures could better support African-American communities.