Urban League flag: Blacks face higher underemployment then whites
The National Urban League report states African-Americans have a 12 percent unemployment rate in February and a 20.5 percent underemployment rate, higher than whites and Hispanics. The post recession economy is seen as a barrier to progress while optimism about future living standards remains higher among African-Americans.
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Optimism and policy divide echo in race and wages debate
A 2012 General Social Survey shows blacks projecting higher chances to improve living standards than whites by about 25 points. The findings, echoed by W K Kellogg Foundation chief La June Montgomery Tabron, accompany calls for higher minimum wage. Democrats push to raise to 10.10 by 2016, backed by Obama. Republicans warn of job losses and oppose.
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Las Vegas Leads Bid for GOP Convention Hosting
Las Vegas emerges as a early leader in the bid to host the Republican National Convention. Support hinges on Sheldon Adelson's backing as rivals Dallas Denver and Kansas City press to sway donors. Adelson hosted candidates at his Venetian resort with former Gov. Bob List noting the business case and money behind the push.
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