Dispelling myths about hypersonic missiles, the state of Black-owned businesses, and how the debt ceiling impacts the U.S. economy.
| Who is driving Black business growth? Insights from the latest data on Black-owned businesses Amid historic federal funding, the opportunities are ripe to invest in and grow Black business ownership, especially in historically underinvested areas. In a new report, Andre M. Perry, Manann Donoghoe, and Hannah Stephens explore the rise of Black-owned businesses and explain what it will take to transform recent growth into lasting change. Read more Join us online at 10:00 AM EDT for the report launch event. The conversation will assess the state of Black women-owned employer businesses and outline ways to overcome structural barriers. |
| Ukraine and the Kinzhal: Don’t believe the hypersonic hype In 2018, Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that the Kinzhal missile was a “hypersonic” weapon that could overcome all existing air defense systems. With Ukraine recently shooting down several of these missiles, Alexander H. Montgomery and Amy J. Nelson examine the hype surrounding hypersonics and dispel several myths. Read more |
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