New Books in Critical Theory Andrew W. Kahrl, "The Black Tax: 150 Years of Theft, Exploitation, and Dispossession in America" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
Sep 25, 2024
Andrew W. Kahrl, an author and historian, delves into the deeply rooted issues of inequitable tax laws affecting Black Americans. He discusses the historical context of systemic exploitation that has persisted for 150 years, revealing how tax policies have reinforced racial inequality. Kahrl also examines the connection between taxation and housing markets, highlighting past injustices like redlining that have disproportionately burdened Black communities. His insights challenge listeners to rethink the implications of tax systems and advocate for meaningful reform.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Race, Real Estate, and Recreation
02:07 • 5min
Taxation and Racial Inequality
07:04 • 13min
Historical Inequities in Property Taxation and Its Impact on Southern Infrastructure
19:54 • 3min
Unequal Burdens: The Legacy of Property Tax and Racial Inequality
22:51 • 15min
Systemic Discrimination in Urban Taxation and Governance
37:58 • 3min
Roots of Tax Inequity
40:34 • 15min