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Luke Shaefer on the Legacy of Persistent Poverty in America
Luke Shaefer on the Legacy of Persistent Poverty in America
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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Mar 6, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
We explore the resurgence of interest in rural communities. We delve into the current state of rural research, uncovering the gaps compared to urban research. We dive into the legacies of the deepest poverty in America and the mechanisms through which it persists. We’ll hear from Luke Shaefer, co-author of a new book, The Injustice of Place: Uncovering the Legacy of Poverty in America about the poorest places in the country – from Appalachia, the Cotton and Tobacco Belts, and South Texas – to examine the inequalities shaping people’s health, livelihoods, and upward social mobility and develop a multidimensional Index of Deep Disadvantage. Using a data-driven approach, Luke Shaefer has sought to understand what these places have in common and the potential for positive change. However, for real transformation to occur, evidence-based policies tailored to each unique rural landscape are essential. We’ll discuss transformative visions for rural research, advocating for national-level funding and coordination, policy relevance through an asset-based lens, and cross-stakeholder collaboration.
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To learn more about Evidence In Action and the Urban Institute please visit Urban.org/evidence-action-podcast.
Released:
Mar 6, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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