For over a decade, unaffordable housing costs due to persistently low wages has been the reality for too many Minnesota families.
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High rankings on health outcomes mask distressing racial disparities
Minnesota’s overall high rank among states for various health outcomes masks worst-in-the-nation disparities. We must focus on addressing racial disparities and improving health equity to make Minnesota a state where everyone can live their healthiest lives.
Census data illustrate opportunity gaps
Even in this relatively strong economy, nearly 1 in 10 Minnesotans find that lack of good paying jobs, challenging transportation obstacles, and other barriers make it hard to afford the essentials, much less get ahead.
Racial wealth gap is wide and growing larger: 228 year gap for black families, 84 year gap for Latino families
If black family wealth continues to grow at the same pace as the past three decades, it will take more than 200… Continue reading Racial wealth gap is wide and growing larger: 228 year gap for black families, 84 year gap for Latino families