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This edition: Tom Allison & Jasmine Hicks on race and employment


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Original tape date: July 2, 2014. First aired: July 14, 2014.

We are joined by Tom Allison and Jasmine Hicks of Young Invincibles, a national organization committed to expanding opportunities for young Americans between 18 and 34 years of age on issues such as higher education, health care, and jobs. They discuss the racial unemployment gap and how many millennials, especially young African-American men, tend to experience a struggle in finding solid job opportunities.

Guest List

Tom Allison Policy & Research Manager, Young Invincibles

Jasmine Hicks Higher Education Campaign Director, Young Invincibles

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