State of the Dream 2026: From Regression to Signs of a Black Recession is the product of a collaborative effort drawing on the expertise of Joint Center staff, fellows, and trusted external partners. Contributors include colleagues from United for a Fair Economy, the Center for Economic Policy Research, the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, and the Onyx Impact Group. This report stands on a powerful foundation laid more than two decades ago by United for a Fair Economy (UFE).
January 20, 2026
Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies: State of the Dream 2026: From Regression to Signs of a Black Recession
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