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Charlene Crowell is a senior fellow with the Center for Responsible Lending. In this column, she discusses how a federal appeals court has ended the SAVE student loan repayment program, likely increasing financial strain for 7 million borrowers, especially those with the greatest need. At the same time, major staff cuts at the Education Department have weakened oversight of loan servicers, raising concerns about billing errors and borrower protections.
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Gasoline prices are rising due to the war in Iran, which is causing crude oil prices to fluctuate, and this is expected to have a ripple effect on the economy, increasing the cost of food, shipping, and other goods.
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Kisha A. Brown, Esq. is a civil rights attorney and founder of Justis Connection, the nation’s first Black attorney referral network. This week, in Honor of Women’s History Month, she discusses top five legal insights for Black women.
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D.C. residents struggling to afford legal representation will soon be able to turn to community justice workers for assistance in civil cases, thanks to a Feb. 5 order from the D.C. Courts. The program aims to help individuals navigate court processes, provide legal guidance, and offer partial in-court support, particularly in eviction, debt, and other civil matters.
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Black women face unique challenges in the workplace, from slower promotion rates to higher burnout, often navigating environments where their contributions are overlooked. Through mentorship, career strategies and confidence-building, leaders like Sherry Sims and her clients are finding ways to claim leadership and thrive.
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