The author reflects on personal experiences of selling a home, revealing deeper truths about systemic racism affecting housing markets. While preparing to sell their house, they notice stark valuation differences based solely on race, with their home undervalued compared to a similar home owned by a white woman. This disparity mirrors issues within journalism, where Black and Brown audiences are often undervalued. The piece highlights historical parallels between housing discrimination and media coverage, stressing the necessity for systemic change in how communities and audiences are prioritized.
As I listed my home, I learned that systemic racism affects home valuations and extends into the audience valuation performed by the journalism industry.
The valuation disparities between my home and my neighbor's highlight a troubling reality where race significantly influences housing prices.
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