This podcast episode unravels the tangled relationship between race and taxes in the United States, shedding light on the discriminatory practices that disproportionately impact Black taxpayers. It delves into the racial disparities in IRS audits, discusses the intersection of race and taxes, and highlights how tax policies have historically favored white Americans, contributing to racial wealth disparities in homeownership and student loan debt. The episode concludes with a discussion of the IRS's plan to address racial disparities in tax audits and emphasizes the need for comprehensive efforts to eliminate systemic racism in the tax code and create a more equitable tax system.
