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Why Does Racial Inequality Persist?

In exploring the persistence of racial inequality, Glenn Loury discusses a range of conceptual frameworks that are useful for understanding racial inequality.
In exploring the persistence of racial inequality, Glenn Loury discusses a range of conceptual frameworks that are useful for understanding racial inequality.
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | 1 hour 29 minutes 32 seconds

Glenn Loury explores the importance of social networks in influencing education decisions and how a lack of access to networks can act as a barrier to educational attainment. In addition, he will explore the politics of racial inequalities, with a particular focus on the US context. This will involve a critique of identity politics and the kind of anti-racism politics that has emerged in the US.