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The NPR Politics Podcast

Jobs Are Open But People Of Color And Women Are Struggling To Return To Work

Oct 27, 2021
Andrea Hsu, NPR's labor and workplace correspondent, shines a light on the complexities of today’s job market, particularly for Black, Latino workers, and women. She discusses how systemic discrimination has historically impacted hiring practices leading to higher unemployment rates among these groups. Hsu emphasizes the barriers women face re-entering the workforce and the inadequate support systems in the U.S. compared to other countries. The conversation also touches on the urgent need for childcare reforms and the ongoing labor strikes advocating for better wages.
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