A New Era? Racial and Economic Equality in New York City

Update: 2014-01-22

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On the program, we reflect on the Michael Bloomberg era in New York City and what the mayoral election of Bill de Blasio might mean for (in)equality, public and affordable housing, and urban development policies. He is the first democratic mayor elected since 1993. Valery Jean of Families United for Racial and Economic Equality (FUREE) discusses these issues and more.

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A New Era? Racial and Economic Equality in New York City

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A New Era? Racial and Economic Equality in New York City