Sep 1, 2020

Lawsuit claims McDonald’s set up some Black franchise owners for failure

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More than 50 Black former McDonald's franchise owners allege discriminatory practices by the fast food company. Plus, temporary furloughs turning into permanent job losses. And, how evictions are hitting U.S. immigrants.

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What we were hoping was temporary has turned into a lasting reduction in demand

With more permanent job losses coming, people are going to have to readjust. Julia Coronado, president and founder of MacroPolicy Perspectives, has more.

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Race and Economy

Black former McDonald's franchisees are suing over discrimination accusations

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer

Sep 1, 2020

The plaintiffs are seeking up to $1 billion in damages.

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COVID-19

For many immigrants, the eviction crisis has already begun

by Jasmine Garsd

Sep 1, 2020

Undocumented tenants have the same rights when it comes to evictions. But they often can't come forward to report abuse.

Renters and housing advocates attend a protest to cancel rent and avoid evictions amid the Coronavirus pandemic in Los Angeles.

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