The Faces of Those Living With Debt in America

The video discusses the impact of diversity and US household debt, highlighting Britney Powell's Debt Project. Powell shares her personal experience with debt and bankruptcy, which inspired her to create a photography book featuring 99 Americans. The book aims to shed light on the stigma around debt and the predatory practices in the credit industry. Powell's work encourages a conversation about inequality and financial struggles, urging policymakers to consider the realities of debt in America.

What is the main focus of Britney Powell's book, 'The Debt Project'?

• The rise of digital currencies

• Portraits of Americans in debt

• Strategies for financial independence

• The history of US economic policies

What personal experience led Britney Powell to start 'The Debt Project'?

• Moving to a new city

• Receiving a grant from National Geographic

• Filing for bankruptcy

• Winning a photography award

How did Britney Powell find participants for her book?

• Through a government database

• Through social media campaigns

• By advertising in newspapers

• By contacting friends and using online platforms

Why does Britney Powell photograph her subjects next to their possessions?

• To focus on their personal style

• To create a minimalist aesthetic

• To highlight the relationship between debt and material wealth

• To showcase their wealth

What does Britney Powell hope policymakers will learn from her book?

• The importance of increasing credit limits

• The advantages of digital banking

• The need to address predatory practices in the credit card industry

• The benefits of reducing interest rates