America's Tomorrow: Equity is the Superior Growth Model
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2011
Level
City or Town
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Civil Rights, Democracy & Governance, Economic Justice
With a housing bubble, credit-driven consumption, and deregulated finance, the previous growth model favored the wealthy but harmed others, especially vulnerable groups like low-income individuals and people of color. To address these challenges, the report suggests a new growth model based on equity and inclusive prosperity that addresses racial disparities, provides equal opportunities and invests in education and skill development.