We learn about a climate change task force in the Monroe area. Then, we hear about how the federal Paycheck Protection Program loans may not have been doled out equally based on race.
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Monroe County Finds Local Solutions To Climate Change
In 2018, multiple dams burst in Monroe County during a severe storm. The county is now pursuing a holistic approach to tackle climate change and mitigate severe storm damage. We learn how they’re including residents and securing funding.
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Investigation Reveals Racial Inequities In Paycheck Protection Program
The federal Paycheck Protection Program promised to help buoy small businesses through the pandemic crisis, but an analysis by Reveal from the Center for Investigative Reporting found stark inequities in how the loans were distributed. We talk with one of their reporters about the racial disparities in PPP loans.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Angelo Bautista Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Bob Micheel Guest
- Laura Morel Guest
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