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480. How Much Does Discrimination Hurt the Economy?

Oct 28, 2021
Killian Huber, an economics professor at the University of Chicago, discusses the economic costs of discrimination, drawing parallels with historical events like Nazi Germany. Sophie Calder Wang from Wharton highlights how diversity can boost team performance, but also questions the effectiveness of diversity mandates. Zilka Maria Weinek, from the University of Michigan, explores the intersection of sports, race, and industry in Detroit, emphasizing the socio-economic implications of discrimination and the need for genuine inclusivity.
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