State Capitol Report: Black Legislator Discusses Racial Disparities, Improving Diversity In Hiring

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We hear from a state lawmaker who is co-chair of a group created to address racial disparities. Then, the secretary-designee of the state agency in charge of professional credentialing joins us to discuss hiring practices and job licensure.

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Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Keegan Kyle Producer
  • L. Malik Anderson Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Shelia Stubbs Guest
  • Dawn Crim Guest

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