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    Mark Ridley-Thomas on how to make LA County antiracist

    The LA County Board of Supervisors is set to discuss a motion brought forth by Mark Ridley-Thomas that would deem racism, overt or tacit, a public health concern. It focuses attention on racism at all facets of county oversight.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jul 20, 2020 • 13m Listen

    The LA County Board of Supervisors is set to discuss a motion brought forth by Mark Ridley-Thomas that would deem racism, overt or tacit, a public health concern. It focuses attention on racism at all facets of county oversight. That means there will be barometers and checkups on what and how the county is doing in a slew of its responsibilities, including housing, employment, health care, and public safety.

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    3. 21:01Why it took Orange County so long to ramp up coronavirus testing
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Jenna Kagel

      Radio producer

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      Kathryn Barnes

      Producer, Reporter

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      Mark Ridley-Thomas

      LA County Supervisor representing District 2, which includes parts of Downtown, Koreatown, Crenshaw, Baldwin Hills and Culver City

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    The full episode

    2 of 3
    What the Strike for Black Lives looked like in LA
    1. 0:00Labor unions strike for racial justice in LA and nationwide
    2. 7:43Mark Ridley-Thomas on how to make LA County antiracistYou’re reading this
    3. 21:01Why it took Orange County so long to ramp up coronavirus testing
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