California Has Gay-Certification Program To Tap Into $633 Million For "LGBT" Businesses

California has introduced a certification program aimed at directing $633 million in state funding to businesses that identify as serving the LGBT community. This initiative, amidst a broader landscape of affirmative actions, raises questions about the allocation of resources and whether such programs perpetuate systemic advantages for specific groups. While supporters argue it's a way to uplift marginalized businesses, critics question the efficacy and fairness of such targeted funding approaches.