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The Enduring Regional Economic Challenges Associated with the Pandemic
Families in the Eighth District states are already struggling because of the pandemic. Until COVID-19 is reined in, the economic effects will likely endure.
Discussion Paper
The Disproportionate Effects of COVID-19 on Households with Children
A growing body of evidence points to large negative economic and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on low-income, Black, and Hispanic Americans (see this LSE post and reports by Pew Research and Harvard). Beyond the consequences of school cancellations and lost social interactions, there exists considerable concern about the long-lasting effects of economic hardship on children. In this post, we assess the extent of the underlying economic and financial strain faced by households with children living at home, using newly collected data from the monthly Survey of Consumer Expectations ...
Journal Article
Spotlight on Research: Cities for Financial Empowerment Effort
During periods of economic hardship, virtually all segments of the population are adversely affected. While many individuals eventually make strides in recovering financially, some are not as fortunate. The less fortunate are not only unable to effectively improve their financial well-being but they also have difficulty contributing to the revitalization of their communities. In order to assist those in this sector, it is imperative to understand the factors that contribute to the difficulties they encounter in improving their plight, to pinpoint strategies to aid in their endeavor, and to ...