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558. The Facts Are In: Two Parents Are Better Than One

Freakonomics Radio

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Disparity in Two-Parent Households: Systemic Racism and Barriers

This chapter discusses the disparity in two-parent households between black and white children in the United States, highlighting the systemic racism and barriers that have contributed to this issue. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by black fathers in urban environments who want to be involved in their children's lives but are restricted due to past criminal charges.

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