The civil service system has been crucial for African Americans, comprising almost 20% of federal workers compared to 12% in the private sector. This disparity is largely due to historical racism, which excluded Black individuals from private industry opportunities. The civil service has provided job security, career advancement, and better salaries, contributing to a reduction in the racial wealth gap. Notably, federal positions often promote merit-based hiring practices that challenge traditional biases, allowing for greater equity in employment.
The civil service became a critical avenue for Black Americans, providing career opportunities and substantially narrowing the racial wealth gap compared to the private sector.
From its inception, the civil service aimed to tie promotions and salaries to competency, reducing the impact of historical biases rooted in racism and gender discrimination.
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