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588. Confessions of a Black Conservative
Freakonomics Radio
Raw Truths: Race, Academia, and Affirmative Action
This chapter offers a deeply personal account of the speaker's experiences with race, relationships, and substance use, alongside reflections on an early academic career marked by anxiety. It explores the complexities of affirmative action, addressing the challenges faced by Black individuals in the job market and the potential unintended effects of hiring quotas. The conversation advocates for a more engaged political approach to effect real change for marginalized communities.
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