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Episode 43: Seeking Candidates of Color

Episode 43: Seeking Candidates of Color

FromScholars Strategy Network's No Jargon


Episode 43: Seeking Candidates of Color

FromScholars Strategy Network's No Jargon

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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Jul 26, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Professor Paru Shah discusses why electing people of color is hindered by segregated districts, voter bias, and election rules and timing. Drawing on her experience as an elected school board member, Shah explains the hurdles for minority candidates.
Released:
Jul 26, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

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No Jargon, the Scholars Strategy Network’s weekly podcast, presents interviews with top university scholars on the politics, policy problems, and social issues facing the nation. Powerful research, intriguing perspectives -- and no jargon. Find show notes and plain-language research briefs on hundreds of topics at www.scholarsstrategynetwork.org/nojargon.