Communities of color have always paid a higher premium for the American Dream. This premium is often referred to as the “Black Tax” or the “Brown Tax.” The Empire Justice Center, a multi-issue, multi-strategy, non-profit law firm, has published a multi-part report entitled “Paying More for the American Dream.” The…
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From the NYT: Goldman Sachs has received a subpoena from the office of the Manhattan District Attorney, which is investigating the investment bank’s role in the financial crisis, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The inquiry stems from a 650-page Senate report from the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations…
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Not only does Goldman Sachs need a new audit committee, but the SEC also needs to tell the public why it singled out and selectively prosecuted Fabrice Tourre, a junior level employee at Goldman Sachs, and why it didn’t prosecute the entire network of criminals at Goldman Sachs. The NYT…
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A bill (A629A-2011) is pending in the NYS Legislature that provides that only the owner and holder of a mortgage and note, or its agent, shall have standing to commence a mortgage foreclosure action, thereby making standing as a defense unwaivable. The passage of this bill is essential as hundreds…
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Catherine Lennon was forcibly evicted from her home on March 28, 2011. Lennon moved back in with the help of Take Back the Land-Rochester and is prepared to defend against a second eviction. From Take Back the Land: After attempts to renegotiate the mortgage were stonewalled by Fannie Mae, Catherine…
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