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Business

OpEd: An Attack on Heritage, Business, and Choice: Why Chicago’s Fur Ban Must Be Opposed

Dr. Cornel Darden Jr. - March 6, 2025

Fur is more than just a luxury item for many—it is a symbol of resilience, tradition, and history... #furban

Politics

OpEd: New Illinois Bill Would Harm Small Businesses

Dr. Cornel Darden Jr. - April 30, 2024

This bill will also make it more difficult for small businesses to provide affordable health insurance for employees, which is one of the biggest financial challenges small business owners face. #aca #prescription

Chicago

Local Black Business Organization Stands Against ‘Bring Chicago Home” Referendum

Silence DoGood - February 11, 2024

Those funds are “potential” funds, because any tax increase does not “guarantee” an increase in revenue. #transfertax #chicago

Community

Study: Illinois is the Lowest-Ranking State in the Country for Black Wealth, Employment

Donna Rolando | The Center Square - July 2, 2023

More equity in awarding contracts to minority-owned companies would go a long way to creating jobs for Black residents... #wealth #blackwealth #illinois

Politics

Black Businesses Want No-Bid Contracts From Will County Government Too

Silence DoGood - May 26, 2023

"I know the Chairman doesn't like no-bid contracts, but we do," said Dr. Cornel Darden Jr. "I have a few Chamber members that would love a no-bid contract. Can someone point me in the right direction so I can get some of my guys some no-bid contracts too?" #BlackChamber

Politics

Self Proclaimed Dumbest Person in the Room Stephanie Trussell Attacks Illinois Black GOP for the CTU and Speaks Out Against Affirmative Action

Silence DoGood - May 24, 2023

"That's just me, I don't know Everything. I know I'm the dumbest person in the room," said Stephanie Trussell. #StephanieTrussell

Politics

OpEd: Why We Should Oppose Bills Like the American Innovation and Choice Online Act

Dr. Cornel Darden Jr. - August 31, 2022

Any prohibition on services promoting their own tools could hinder these valuable services and make it harder for customer to patronize Black-owned businesses.

The First Women’s History Museum in the Nation Established To Honor The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP) Ladies Auxiliary

March 25, 2025

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The First Women’s History Museum in the Nation Established To Honor The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP) Ladies Auxiliary