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Make the case for MBE expansion

The state last fiscal year exceeded its minimum 10% minority contracting standard for just the third time, and the first since 2019. Now Gov. Daniel...
HELP WANTED: Andrew and Anna Mangeni, co-owners of Nissi Naturals LLC, say they’ve had nothing but bad experiences trying to get bank loans. Anna, who is Black, believes her race played a role. / PBN FILE PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO

State, private sector can do more for minority entrepreneurs

The July 2 headline on PBN.com was disturbingly familiar: “R.I. Black Business Association: R.I. failing to comply with minority-contracting policy.” The state has a long...
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