Community Lenders Seen as Playing Role in Push for Economic Equity

Aug 18, 2020, 09:30 AM

As the coronavirus pandemic and the national reckoning over race have thrown a new light on economic inequality, Congress and the Trump administration have earmarked more funds for CDFIs, community-based lenders that serve disadvantaged communities. Reporter Amara Omeokwe discusses the growing interest in these lenders. Charlie Turner hosts.
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As the coronavirus pandemic and the national reckoning over race have thrown a new light on economic inequality, Congress and the Trump administration have earmarked more funds for CDFIs, community-based lenders that serve disadvantaged communities. Reporter Amara Omeokwe discusses the growing interest in these lenders. Charlie Turner hosts.

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