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How Climate Change Disproportionately Affects People of Color
April 23, 2021 | Healthline | Diana Grigsby-Toussaint
PSTC epidemiologist Diana Grigsby-Toussaint comments on how racist practices such as redlining have made it more likely that communities of color live in areas with less green space and more air pollution, which may lead to more health risks.
A 'Gray New Deal' to Restore America
April 16, 2021 | The Hill |
PSTC sociologist Andrew Schrank comments on how President Biden's economic initiatives will benefit older Americans.
The pandemic is becoming a grief crisis
April 1, 2021 | Vox | Meghan Zacher
PSTC postdoctoral research associate Meghan Zacher comments on the long-term mental and physical health effects of the pandemic.
What Happens When 10 Million Tenants Can't Make Rent?
March 4, 2021 | The New York Times | H. Jacob Carlson
PSTC/S4 Postdoctoral Research Associate Jake Carlson proposes the creation of a new federal agency, the Social Development Housing Authority, as a way of creating affordable housing for tenants.
‘Right Now Feels So Long and Without Any End in Sight’
February 19, 2021 | The New York Times | Katherine A. Mason
PSTC anthropologist Kate Mason discusses the Pandemic Journaling Project, an outlet for Americans to reflect on the pandemic while contributing to anthropological records.
Should Schools Become Vaccination Sites for Everyone?
February 5, 2021 | EducationWeek | Diana Grigsby-Toussaint
PSTC epidemiologist Diana Grigsby-Toussaint comments on why communities of color may be less likely to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
3 reasons Americans need more federal aid
January 22, 2021 | CNN | John Friedman
PSTC economist John Friedman comments on why traditional stimulus payments aren't as effective during the pandemic.
Consumer Confidence Increasing Despite Stalled Job Growth
January 11, 2021 | Forbes | Neil Thakral
In the context of consumer confidence, PSTC economist Neil Thakral explains how the speed at which the CARES Act stimulus payments are distributed impacts their potential to stimulate the economy.
How Has Boston Gotten Away with Being Segregated for So Long?
December 8, 2020 | Boston Magazine | Joseph Hogan
PSTC sociologist John Logan describes the history of both informal and legally binding racial segregation between neighborhoods.
Why These Countries Value Happiness Over Endless Economic Growth
December 2, 2020 | HuffPost | Patrick Heller
PSTC sociologist Patrick Heller argues that India should invest in social safety nets to protect citizens from future crises.