WEALTH GAP

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Big Banks Step Up to Boost Kids' Savings

JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America have decided to add their own money to a special savings plan for kids. This plan, called "Trump accounts, " gives $1, 000 to each eligible child born in the U. S. between 2025 and 2028. The banks will match this amount, doubling the initial contribution. The idea

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Nov 23 2025OPINION

New Jersey's New Leader: Time to Tackle the Wealth Divide

New Jersey's newly elected governor, Mikie Sherrill, has a big task ahead. The state has some serious money problems, and they're not just about taxes or jobs. There's a huge gap between how much white families have and how much Black and Latino families have. This isn't just about numbers; it's abo

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

What's Biden's Legacy? Americans Weigh In

A recent Gallup poll asked over 500 adults from all 50 states about the U. S. 's progress under President Joe Biden. The results? Many felt the country fell behind on key issues like education, race relations, and energy. Only on LGBTQ rights did a majority think progress was made. Biden's fans, mos

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Sep 13 2024RELIGION

The Power of Financial Education: How Black Churches are Bridging the Wealth Gap

In the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a staggering wealth gap exists between Black and white households. According to a 2018 report by Prosperity Now, Black families in Dallas had a median household income of $31,000, just 42% of the median income for white families. But what can be done to address this di

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