Bloomberg Businessweek Casting a Light on the Racist Practices of America’s Tax Regimes
May 31, 2024
Professor Andrew W. Kahrl discusses discriminatory tax practices against African Americans, highlighting over assessments and property tax discrepancies. The conversation explores challenges in land ownership post-Civil War and racial disparities in taxation, emphasizing the need for federal intervention in reforming property taxes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Black Tax: Uncovering Historical Inequalities in Tax Policies
01:35 • 4min
Challenges of African American Land Ownership Post-Civil War
05:27 • 2min
Racial Disparities in Taxation and Public Services
07:10 • 3min
Challenges in Reforming Property Taxes and Need for Federal Intervention
10:28 • 2min