Sep 17 Twitter chat: How does growing up in disadvantaged neighborhoods affect life outcomes? By Jaclyn Diaz At 1 p.m. EDT, Friday, September 18 we’ll discuss the relation between race and upward mobility, and more, with a panel of experts. Continue reading
Sep 01 Watch 7:24 How disadvantaged neighborhoods amplify racial inequality By PBS News Hour Where you grow up can profoundly affect your life in real, measureable ways. For young, poor children, moving out of high poverty neighborhoods can substantially improve long-term economic prospects. What are the implications for addressing racial inequality in America? Special… Continue watching
Aug 10 Watch 7:20 How peaceful Ferguson anniversary protests turned violent By PBS News Hour Police critically wounded an 18-year-old black man overnight in Ferguson, Missouri, where mostly peaceful protests marked the anniversary of the killing of Michael Brown. Authorities say Tyrone Harris Jr. and others shot at officers, who in turn shot back, wounding… Continue watching