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"The Myth That Made Us How False Beliefs about Racism and Meritocracy Broke Our Economy (and How to Fix It)" by Jeff Fuhrer

Feb 1, 2024
False narratives about post-racism and meritocracy condone economic disparities. Explore the role of race in the economy, effects of discrimination, impact of profit maximization on inequality and poverty.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Role of Race in the Economy and the Effects of Discrimination
02:24 • 2min
3
The Impact of Profit Maximization and Meritocracy on Income Inequality and Poverty
04:47 • 5min