AOC on a Socially Just Pandemic Response

In our regular economy, racial and social inequalities abound. As the social distancing economy takes shape, how can we make sure those issues are addressed, and not compounded?

An episode of the Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast podcast, hosted by WNYC Studios, titled "AOC on a Socially Just Pandemic Response" was published on March 31, 2020 and runs 27 minutes.

March 31, 2020 ·27m · Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Summary

In our regular economy, racial and social inequalities abound. As the social distancing economy takes shape, how can we make sure those issues are addressed, and not compounded?

Episode Description

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, U.S. congresswoman representing parts of Queens and the Bronx, talks about the federal relief package which is to include cash payments to everyone, as well as rent and mortgage relief, plus what social distancing means for the census.