disadvantaged

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Ross also highlighted how small grocers are even further disadvantaged when compared to retailers that are not strictly grocers, like Walmart or Target, which can offset low margins on food with other, high-profit-margin goods.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

“Delays only hurt vulnerable patients and their families, foster fraud and cause problems for legitimate operators that provide essential services, especially in rural and disadvantaged communities,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Advocates say DEI counters implicit bias that holds back historically disadvantaged groups, helps companies better relate to their customers and unlocks hidden talent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Magyar promises to tackle corruption, improve the economy and he has sought to woo Hungary's disadvantaged Roma community.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

I wrote: ‘I cannot claim to represent socially disadvantaged Mexican-Americans. The very fact that I am in a position to apply for this job should make that clear.’

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez