U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. President/CEO Ron Busby discusses what’s needed to support black-owned businesses as the COVID delta variant raises concerns anew. Panelists Mary C. Curtis, Leonardo Williams, and Dr. DeLon Canterbury explore the potential economic repercussions of the COVID delta variant’s spread and effect of messaging on vaccination rate and hesitancy.
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CHARLOTTE, NC — As the economy opens back up businesses in our area and across the country are struggling to find help. WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis talks about what’s leading to the shortage and if it will get better.
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That Pepsi bottle on the counter looks so out of place. My husband has always been a Diet Coke man. It’s a matter of principle, he tells me, even as he admits he prefers “The Real Thing.” Coca-Cola’s statement disapproving of Georgia’s new voting restrictions was too little, too late, and that’s that, he says.
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CHARLOTTE, NC — Growing calls from sports and businesses to boycott Georgia over the state’s new voting law. Justice groups are urging sports organizations, like the PGA tour and major league baseball, to reconsider holding upcoming major events in the state. Delta airlines and Coca-Cola, two of Atlanta’s biggest brands, are also facing boycott threats.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – “Not worth the time and effort.” President Trump ramps down his daily briefings, after controversial remarks about using disinfectants to fight coronavirus. Is the President now pivoting to his re-election strategy? And will his opponent, former Vice President Joe Biden, be able to get his message out with so much attention on the virus?
CHARLOTTE, NC — More COVID-19 relief is coming from a $480 billion dollar package for small businesses. There’s also money for hospitals and testing. The bill moves from the senate to the house where it is expected to be voted on Thursday. South Carolina made the move to lift restrictions for some businesses. WCCB political
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CGTN’s Rachelle Akuffo spoke to Mary C. Curtis, award-winning columnist at Roll Call and NBCBL, on the financial impact of sexual harassment and assault at workplace.
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