Economic self-determinationism has been replaced with propaganda and socialism. Distressed areas are not slated for development. They are defined, again, as empowerment and dignity zones, and non-profit, social service agencies are located there. This to give jobs to unemployed Blacks. Non-profit means Black people don't make any money.
Social service means help dealing with the conditions as they are.
Or should be. It may include but is not limited to the inner cities. It is the profits from these businesses that will help these businesses grow. But we must think beyond small businesses to large businesses and to corporations. And we must include the internet.