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Despite the importance of community-based entrepreneurship, government programs historically fall short of in supporting these populations equitably. From the New Deal to COVID-19’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), essential support often excludes those who need it most. Personal stories, like that of McAfee’s grandfather—a veteran facing racial discrimination—highlight how policies of the past have blocked access to opportunities like homeownership and higher education, creating generational wealth gaps that persist today.