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Show Minority Economic Development Viewed os One Solution to Poverty "Our nation is moving toward two societies, one black and one white - separate and unequal." And, unless immediate corrective action is taken, " large scale and continuing violence could result, followed by white retaliation and ultimately, the separation of the two communities into a garrison." These are words from the much publicized and relatively blunt report of the COMMISSION PRESIDENT'S ON CIVIL DISORDERS which pinpointed white racism as the root cause of black riots, poverty and social, economic and pol itical unrest in the United States. The Commission's report underscored the fact that the process of racial discrimination and segregation has been prevalent in varying degrees all throughout U. S. history and is supported by a multi-dimension- Minority businessmen often need technical assistance with bureaucratic red tape. al concept of white racial superiority over the peoples of our nation and of the world. Specifically, white racism has restricted black Americans, Mexican Americans and other dark-skinne- d minority groups to segregated and inferior housing, poor or non-existe- nt recreational educational and facilities, inferior jobs with little or no opportunity Call directly affects our institutions, businesses and residencies which are presently located in this area," stated a letter sent by the committee to Governor Calvin L. A minority businessman pays membership fee of $5.00 in return for voting privileges and services offered by the Coalition. A meeting will be held May 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 116, State a inadequate federal and municipal programs, Rampton. This initial action resulted in the formation of the Minority limited involvement in Economic Development Capitol Building, attempt to increase membership and elect a Board of Directors. entrepreneurial activities, Colatition of Utah, located at 465 East 9th South. The Coalition agency. consists duplication and coordinate for advancement, marginal political representation, d caste and an Anglo-dominate- system. Thus, the white controlled American system, like the world's colonial societies, has engendered feelings of deep resentment and frustration Spanish-speakin- g, of Indian, Black and representives. "Our basic purpose is to look into federal programs as they relate to minority economic Asian-America- n in an "We're not just another We exist to eliminate services," Pablo Klein, Acting Executive Secretary said. Minority businessmen are encouraged to attend this meeting and join the Coalition in order to promote and increase minority owned businesses in the among black and other minority groups. The COMMISSION ON CIVIL DISORDERS offered some possible solutions to this pervasive American problem. One area which was not stressed, however, was the role of the ghetto businessman as a source of employment for the hard-cor- e unemployed and as a symbol of personal business success, so lacking at present, among blacks and other minority development," Antonio Salazar, businessmen through the search out, identify and groups. Department of Commerce. The Coalition coordinates with the Community Development Office, encourage existing and potential Cities project, to provide complete service to clients. dissemination, of business To reverse the traditional role of minorities being categorized only as laborers and to deal with local problems, a group of minority businessmen and community leaders met last December in an effort to halt of the area around the Salt Palace without consideration of the existing Acting Director, stated. He said many federal agencies, such as the Small Business Administration and private lending institutes are not serving the needs ofminorities. While the Coalition, at present, can offer only technical assistance and referral to service agencies, future plans include bringing funds into the community for minoritiy a Model Articles of incorporation of regarding the the area west of the Salt Palace The Graduate School of Business at the University of Utah has and will continue to conduct 8 week business courses for minority businessmen arranged through the Coalition. Some of the long range goals include: - Outreach - an activity to entrepreneurs. - Information - collecting and information regarding available programs, opportunities and resources. Antonio Salazar, Alison Browne, Jr. and Ray Uno as corporate officers. "Before we elect a Board of assist in the preparation of business plans, documentation for loan packages, feasibility market studies. Directors, we want at least 30 members in the Coalition," Saiazar said. Managment - Services and technical assistance such as: legal, - service or product. Salazar has background in socio-economi- an extensive implementing development c programs in South America. He is presently Chief Executive Officer Adela Development of holding Corporation, a company controlled by migrants, non-prof- it Business packaging for information on Minority Economic Development Coalition WANTED and seasonal farm workers, and Chairman of the Board of Housing Management Programs, Inc. He sees the Coalition as a Senior Citizens "leverage organization in dealing with federal agencies. at ts For more information regarding the Coalition, call or attend the meeting on May 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1 1 6, State Capitol Building. 359-776- 4 were filed May 9, 1972 with minority businesses. 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