Episode 99
How could the economy be rebuilt — more equitably?
With millions filing for unemployment benefits across the state, a projected unemployment rate of more than 18% and whole industries out of business, the state is facing dire needs and stark inequalities. Donnie Maclurcan, executive director of the Post Growth Institute and an affiliate professor of economics at Southern Oregon University, says the economy was already fragile, but that there may be an opportunity now to advance campaigns for equity.
Civic · Laura Wenus, Mel Baker
April 17, 202029m 30s
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Show Notes
With millions filing for unemployment benefits across the state, a projected unemployment rate of more than 18% and whole industries out of business, the state is facing dire needs and stark inequalities. Donnie Maclurcan, executive director of the Post Growth Institute and an affiliate professor of economics at Southern Oregon University, says the economy was already fragile, but that there may be an opportunity now to advance campaigns for equity.
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