These public investments are not enough. Particularly when it comes to equity investment. Thats what were going to talk about today. In particular, want to bring to light a set of investments from treasury through states, the state Small Business Credit Initiative. This is a unique opportunity with public funds to connect communities of color and other underserved communities with the highgrowth Equity Capital. How do we do it . We know that the pipelines are not there. We do that this market is not serving communities of color very well. You all know the statistics im sure the folks watching online show the statistics that black founders are getting 1. 2 of venture funding that latinx companies are getting 2. 1 and women founders 2 . Of that 2 , only 1. 8 of that went to women of color. Keep in mind, Venture Capital is just a small slice of the Equity Capital that is available yet we know that these early infusions particularly from low wealth communities that are already starting fro
The military comes as locals to man, the country move away from french influence. While tensions are witnessed in europe as well, thousands taken to the streets across the continent, protesting the soaring cost of living. Stemming from anti russian sanction from moscow to the world. This is our take, great to have your company today. My name is unit oneill. We begin with the latest updates in the ukraine conflict. The Russian Ministry of defense says several offensive attempts by the Ukrainian Army have been repelled now as a result of strikes by russian forces. Lets get a sense of the front lines then ukrainian troops stage to push in 3 areas in the last 24 hours in the her sullen region. Now as a result of a russian country attack, the m. O t saith the attack was repelled the ad. Nows key, abs forces continue to shell city centers. Its been discovered. They have used informers to identify largely civilian targets, sar. Ts eager shit donna brings us more in the story and a warning. It
Treatment system and reauthorizing f. D. A. User fees. Now live to the floor of the u. S. Senate here on cspan2. The presiding officer the senate will come to order. The chaplain, dr. Barry black, will lead the senate in prayer. The chaplain let us pray. Our father in heaven, as Hurricane Ian wreaks havoc, protect those in harms way. Lord, we thank you that the winds and the waves obey your will. Today make us aware of our need for your presence and empower us to reach out to others in your name. Lord, teach us to pray and sustain us by the wonders of your word. Give us truths that will strengthen our minds, souls, and hearts. In times of distress, grief, confusion, and misunderstanding, illuminate our paths with the light of your companionship. Guide our lawmakers in their challenging work, for you have promised never to leave or forsake them. We pray in your merciful name, amen. The presiding officer please join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance to the flag. I pledge allegiance
Through digital authoritarianism, will come to order. Before we turn to the subject of this hearing, id like to ache a moment to acknowledge and thank President Biden for his recent appointment of five executive commissioners to this commission. This marks the first time in nearly six years that the commission includes executive branch commissioners. Their appointment will bolster our ability to bring the expertise and perspective of the various branches of government this in our work monitoring human rights and the rule of law many china. In china. And as we develop recommendations for legislative, executive ask and international action, dialogue to coordinate our efforts will be critical as it has been in recent years in implementing legislation this commission spearheaded such as the uighur forced prevention act, the hong kong human rights and democracy act and more. Today are hearing focuses on freedom of religion, authorities use in china to crack down on the free exercise of reli
Hello, everyone. This is what is left above water of a ferry which capsized off the south korean coast. This is the bow. There were 476 passengers and crew onboard. Many of them High School Students. They were told to jump overboard as it started sinking. Its not yet known what happened to the ship. It was sailing from inchon in the north near seoul to jeju island when it got into difficulties. It capsized here. 295 people are now missing. Three bodies have now been recovered. Thats according to the coast guard, including one student. The u. S. Navy has sent a ship to join the search and rescue operation in this area. This is the rescue center on the island of jindo. Thats where survivors have been reunited with family members. Nick childs has the latest. Reporter a disaster. The ferry already lifting at a crazy angle, desperate to rescue those aboard. As a flotilla of rescue boats arrive, others are pluckeded to safety off the coast waters of south koreas southern coast. In the air ab