A new report released this month has revealed that the federal government spent $14.9 billion on advertising contracts over the last ten fiscal years to inform the public about various programs and services. However, despite the government’s mandate to provide contract opportunities to businesses owned by minorities, women, and other socially or economically disadvantaged groups, significant disparities persist.
Government Excludes and Discriminates Against Black-Owned Media Despite Federal Advertising Spending Reaching $15 Billion
