On the recordJuly 13, 2020
The rise in joblessness has been especially severe for lower-wage workers, for women, for African Americans, and for Hispanics.
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congress.govThe rise in joblessness has been especially severe for lower-wage workers, for women, for African Americans, and for Hispanics.
Powell highlights the severe job loss impact on marginalized groups during the pandemic.
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