Fines, Settlements, and Discrimination in Lending

This chapter explores a news article about a bank fined $9 million for allegedly denying loans to black and Hispanic individuals. The discussion delves into the bank's defense of conducting risk analysis and examines the settlement agreement, loan subsidies, and the impact on housing prices. The conversation also touches on the flaws of automated loan approval systems and the disconnect between diversity efforts and real-world considerations.

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