Posts by Mateo Parsons

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Racial Justice at the Bell: A Reflection

The Bell is working to integrate a racial justice lens into our work and our internal operations. Here's how we're doing.

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Secure Savings: How the Racial Wealth Gap Manifests for Older Coloradans

While Secure Savings alone will not close Colorado’s racial wealth gap, it will go a long way toward building assets and security for all Coloradans — particularly Coloradans of color — in retirement.

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The Racial Wealth Gap: A Primer

Despite some progress on racial equality since the 1950s, America's economy lags behind. Has our country really grown more inclusive and equitable?

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2020 Policy Proposals: Harris, Warren, & Booker on Housing

Renting and homeownership have become more expensive in Colorado than any other time in our history. How will the 2020 Democratic candidates address it?