The Pay Check Podcast: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

The video discusses the racial wealth gap in the USA, exploring its historical roots and ongoing impact. Jackie Simmons shares insights from her project, highlighting the economic damage caused by slavery and events like the Tulsa massacre. The video also covers unsung heroes like Callie House and the ongoing debate over reparations. Recent events, such as the Derek Chauvin verdict, have sparked momentum for change, with discussions on policy reforms and reparations gaining traction. The video concludes with personal stories emphasizing the importance of acknowledgment and understanding history.

What is the estimated value of slaves in today's dollars according to the podcast?

• $100 billion

• $200 million

• $42 trillion

• $10 trillion

Who was Callie House and what was her contribution to the reparations movement?

• A woman who initiated the idea of reparations in the late 1800s

• A journalist who wrote about the racial wealth gap

• A politician who passed the first reparations law

• A lawyer who defended civil rights cases

What is the current status of reparations discussions in Congress?

• A law has been passed

• There is a proposal to study it

• It is not being discussed

• It has been rejected

What recent event is mentioned as having brought momentum to discussions on racial issues?

• The verdict in the Derek Chauvin case

• The passing of a new law

• The election of a new president

• The launch of a new podcast

What is the significance of acknowledging history according to the podcast?

• It is important for educational purposes

• It allows for better economic policies

• It is necessary for moving forward

• It helps in creating new laws