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       The budget proposes several tax decreases, including a new tax holiday for guns and ammo during the Summer months, called “Second Amendment Summer.” It also calls for the cancellation of more than $2 million in funding for the Black Business Loan Program, which provides loans for “Black business enterprises that cannot obtain capital through conventional lending institutions but that could otherwise compete successfully in the private sector,” according to Florida State Statute.

     The Miami HUBZone Business Summit, held at the UNI Tower on Jan. 29, 2025, brought together small business owners, policymakers and economic experts to explore how the Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can fuel small business growth and revitalize underserved areas. The summit’s theme, “Fueling Miami’s Growth — Unlocking Opportunities for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs,” aimed to equip entrepreneurs and business owners with the knowledge to leverage HUBZone benefits, including federal contracting opportunities, grants and resources.

Geraldine Whittington (1931-1993), known to most as Gerri, is a notable woman of the Civil Rights Era. She left her mark on history as the first African American secretary to a U.S. President in the White House.

       Melvin Wright is already making history, establishing the first and only HIV awareness club in Broward County at Deerfield Beach High School called “Speak Out,” to inform students about HIV prevention!

         A methodology for financial success for a Black man in the United States must address systemic and historical challenges while emphasizing empowerment, education, and resilience. Below is a structured plan that incorporates these elements: