In the context of the wealthiest nation globally, the existence of individuals struggling to meet basic needs or living in poverty is unacceptable and morally reprehensible. The distressing reality remains that numerous workers, both full-time and part-time, are confronted with financial difficulties despite their employment. Approximately one-third of part-time workers and 15% of full-time workers experience poverty or near-poverty situations.

The pursuit of a Liberation Economy catering to the fundamental requirements of people of color necessitates a transformation in the landscape of marginalized communities and workers of color. One pivotal strategy is the establishment of a Jobs Guarantee, which would assert employment as a fundamental right. This initiative aims to ensure that anyone willing and able to work can access a job opportunity. This not only has the potential to eradicate poverty based on income but also moves the nation towards the goal of genuine full employment, effectively reaching a zero unemployment rate for workers of color and, consequently, for all individuals.