Overview
Redlining is a historical practice that systematically denied services to residents in certain neighborhoods based on race, leading to significant social and economic inequalities. This practice has had lasting effects, contributing to the wealth gap and limiting opportunities for marginalized commu...
Key Terms
Example: Banks refusing loans to people in predominantly Black neighborhoods.
Example: Job applicants being overlooked due to their race.
Example: The wealth gap between rich and poor families.
Example: Landlords cannot refuse to rent to someone based on their race.
Example: Banks investing in affordable housing projects.
Example: Neighborhood groups advocating for better schools.
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Key Concepts
discriminationhousing policyeconomic inequalitysocial justice