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    Barack Obama and Black America

    Since the election of Barack Obama, the economic plight of blacks has declined more than that of whites and other Americans. What's been the reaction of black leaders, and...

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    By Warren Olney • Oct 4, 2011 • 51m Listen

    Since the election of Barack Obama, the economic plight of blacks has declined more than that of whites and other Americans. What's been the reaction of black leaders, and what are the consequences for turnout in next year's elections? Also, Chris Christie says he will not seek GOP presidential nomination, and frequent fliers who known and trusted will get special treatment today at four selected American airports. We hear what PreCheck could mean for air travelers.

    Banner image: Job seekers take a break outside after speaking with recruiters during career fair sponsored by the Chicago Urban League and State Representative La Shawn K. Ford. Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Andrea Brody

      Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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      Managing Producer, To the Point & Which Way LA?

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