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#91: Being a Social Science Maverick with Sendhil Mullainathan

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Racial Disparities in Hiring Practices

This chapter explores a study revealing significant racial discrimination in hiring, with white applicants receiving far more callbacks than African-Americans, regardless of qualifications. It also discusses the surprising impact of neighborhood ZIP codes on hiring outcomes and reflects on broader themes of equity in employment.

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