
In observance of Black History Month, Mosaic is talking with newsmakers about the state of Black New Jersey. Today’s newsmaker is Deborah Smith-Gregory, president of the NAACP’s Newark chapter. Here’s what she said. Q: How are Black New Jerseyans doing in education, business, health care, wealth building, and homeownership? A: Education: There is a concern about the gap between what Black people are being taught generally and about Black history. We have to close that gap to move forward as a people. Business: Black people are doing horrible in terms...