Andrew W. Kahrl, "The Black Tax: 150 Years of Theft, Exploitation, and Dispossession in America" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
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Taxation and Racial Inequality
This chapter explores the complex relationship between taxation and racial dynamics in America, focusing on the historical and contemporary challenges faced by African Americans. It highlights systemic discrimination in tax policies, particularly in property taxation, and how these issues are deeply intertwined with housing market practices like redlining and property overvaluation. The author reflects on their own journey of researching these themes, revealing the broader implications for understanding racial inequality through the lens of public policy.
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