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Latina workers earn just over half the pay of their white, male counterparts, study finds

Andrew Schneider, Politics & Government Reporter

Posted on December 1, 2022 · The National Women’s Law Center’s research shows Hispanic women in full-time jobs make just 57 cents for every dollar white, non-Hispanic men earn. That translates to a loss of nearly $1.2 million over a 40-year career.

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The Latina Wage Gap Is Bigger in Texas

Elizabeth Trovall

Posted on November 2, 2018 · In Texas, Latinas earn 44.7 cents for every dollar white, non-Hispanic males earn.

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Posted on November 21, 2022 · On Monday's show: The Harris County District Attorney's Office outlines how a criminal investigation into alleged irregularities on Election Day will be handled and responds to criticism about supposed political motivations for it.

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The famous “Doll Test” and understanding racial identity

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Posted on September 28, 2022 · The "Doll Test" was a psychological study conducted to test the racial perceptions of young children that proved to be crucial for understanding segregation's effect on black children.

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Race and Houston’s response to illegal dumping (July 25, 2022)

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Posted on July 25, 2022 · On Monday's show: A new federal investigation examines the city's response to illegal dumping and whether racial discrimination played a role in it.

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I SEE U, Episode 48: WILL D.E.I. D.I.E.?

Eddie Robinson

Posted on May 13, 2022 · I SEE U unpacks growth initiatives of diversity, equity and inclusion with experts who are warning employers not to skirt accountability and start building real trust across differences in identities

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