Historically, partnership and collaboration between the federal government and local leaders has been uneven, especially on economic policy. But moving forward, state and local leaders must push ahead knowing that the federal government intends to be an obstacle, not a partner. Across the country, mayors and governors are investing in Black communities, growing inclusive economies, and making economic opportunity a matter of local policy. —Alphonso David is a civil rights attorney, co-counsel to the Fearless Fund, and the President and CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum. SEE ALSO:How The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Harms Black WomenTrump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Destroy Medicare, Food StampsBlack Wealth Creation Starts And Ends With Cities [Op-Ed] was originally published on newsone.com