JOURNAL ARTICLE

Testimony of Marc H. Morial President and CEO, National Urban League Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs "Fairness in financial services: Racism and discrimination in banking" December 1, 2022.

  • Published In: American Journal of Economics & Sociology, 2024, v. 83, n. 5. P. 897 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Morial, Marc 3 of 3

Abstract

Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League, testified before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on racism and discrimination in banking. He highlighted historical discriminatory practices in banking, such as redlining and biased lending, that have disproportionately affected communities of color. Morial advocated for greater fairness in financial services, emphasizing the importance of investing in Black-owned banks and passing legislation to address discriminatory practices and increase equitable access to banking. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Journal of Economics & Sociology. 2024/11, Vol. 83, Issue 5, p897
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0002-9246
  • DOI:10.1111/ajes.12550
  • Accession Number:180826909
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