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Rita de la Feria´s recent publication for the IMF is all about tax technology and tax policy. It is great to see the advantages technology can bring to create fair tax systems. A real-time VAT refund to lower-income families is possible… with software. This one is a great publication and an example of how close academia is to software tools. #taxtechnology #taxsoftware  

As we celebrate the birth of our nation with friends and family this Fourth of July, we are reminded of the principles behind our nation's founding—freedom, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness for all. These ideals are at the heart of TakeCharge's mission as we work to counter the common narrative that America is systemically racist. Last year, I wrote an Op-Ed (https://lnkd.in/gCFPpSxt) detailing why black Americans don't have to choose between Juneteenth and the Fourth of July - because without the Declaration of Independence, there would be no Juneteenth. And there would be no Juneteenth without the sacrifice of 350,000 white men of the Union Army from non-slave-holding states who died in the Civil War, leading to the Emancipation Proclamation. There are organizations using both holidays to divide the nation by insisting that America has been broken by systemic racism. And this helps no one — black or white. So, today, we honor the progress America has made and the strides we continue to take toward a more prosperous future for every American. Our commitment to ensuring that every individual, regardless of skin color, understands they have the opportunity to achieve the American dream remains unwavering. This Independence Day, we celebrate the American spirit and the promise it holds for the citizens of this nation - regardless of skin color. Wishing you a happy and safe Fourth of July. https://lnkd.in/gHU-uFEB

Happy 4th of July! Today, we honor the spirit of independence and the power of liberty. As we celebrate, let’s remember that 'Liberty is the breath of life to nations.' Enjoy the fireworks and festivities, and cherish the freedom we hold dear. Happy Independence Day from the California Association of Black Real Estate Professionals! 🇺🇸✨ #IndependenceDay #Freedom #CABREP #BlackRealEstateProfessionals #supportingblackleaders #blackleadership #empoweringblackleaders #blackbusinessleaders #blackrealestate #blackhomeownership #blackleadershipadvancement #Allyship

🌟 Celebrating Freedom and Progress: Honoring Juneteenth 🌟 At Riverside Financial Group, LLC, we believe in the power of financial freedom and the importance of recognizing the milestones that have shaped our nation's ongoing journey toward equality and justice. Today, we join in commemorating Juneteenth, a pivotal day in American history. 🗓️ What Is Juneteenth? And How Did It Become a Federal Holiday? Juneteenth, observed on June 19th, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This day stands as a reminder of the enduring fight for freedom and equality, and in 2021, it was officially recognized as a federal holiday. At RFG, we honor the resilience and contributions of Black Americans, and we remain committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As we reflect on this day, let us continue to strive for progress and create opportunities for all. 🔗 Read more about the history and significance of Juneteenth in this insightful article by the Wall Street Journal: https://lnkd.in/epMGAV3H #Juneteenth #Freedom #Equity #Diversity #Inclusion #RiversideFinancialGroup

It's Memorial Day! Do you know why we celebrate today? If not, here’s a quick lesson:

It's Memorial Day! Do you know why we celebrate today? If not, here’s a quick lesson:

#LetTheTruthBeTold ... In this episode, we discuss the NBA draft and the selection of legendary player #lebronjames' son Bronny James to play with the Los Angeles Lakers. We wish Bronny a highly successful NBA career and that he will silence the doubters with his skill, commitment, courage and confidence. There will always be haters and jealous naysayers who will find something negative to talk about, especially when it comes to Black families. The nepotism rumor has begun and is now in full swing in the news. This is utterly ridiculous when the owners of these teams have always practiced nepotism and I don't recall anyone bringing it up. In fact, the late Jerry Buss, who owned the L A Lakers hired his daughter, Jeanie Buss who began her sports management career when she was a teenager and is now owner of the LA Lakers. Another fact, Jerry Buss trained and guided Jeanie Buss through a comprehensive education preparing her to assume control over the organization once he passes on and set up a family trust for his children. We must recognize the significance and power of nepotism and use it to create generational wealth and legacy for our Black heirs. Again, congratulations to Bronny and hopefully one day, all these wealthy sports legends and other Black entrepreneurs will recognize that the "UNITY" in CommUNITY is detrimental to achieving a healthy Black collective family, whether kin by birth or kin by skin color. #nbadraft2024 ... #lebronjames ... #bronnyjames ... #nbadraft ... #nba ... #lakernation ... #losangeleslakers ... #sports ... #basketball ... #nepotism ... #blackfamily ... #blackchildren ... #blackcommunities ... #legacy ... #generationalwealth ... #youngblackentrepreneurs ... #nbanews ... #education ... #leadership ... #louisehicks ... #aimed2purpose

Reflect on where you’ve been and where you want to go, where you’ve risen. Where there are reasons to celebrate and where there are times to pause and deliberate. And where there are times to jump in and go for it. Here’s how. https://lnkd.in/du58Sfwh #LifeLenses

This was a wonderful, short read. Finding purpose in life is important for everyone! And Dr. Martin articulated his purposes well. We can relate! Our purpose is to use our business to help others too, whether it be the government or industry. We want to provide value and growth everywhere we go! What's your purpose? Can you relate? #fpacconsulting #ourvisionisyourmission #govcon #contracting #consulting #procurement