
Jobs Are Open But People Of Color And Women Are Struggling To Return To Work
The NPR Politics Podcast
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Disparities in Employment: The Struggles of Black and Latino Workers
This chapter examines the unique challenges that Black and Latino workers encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing systemic discrimination in hiring practices. It highlights the historical barriers faced by these groups in the workforce, particularly in essential roles, resulting in significantly higher unemployment rates compared to their white counterparts.
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