The Economist asks: Is LA the model for a more diverse America?

The Economist Podcasts

• Episode: The Economist asks: Is LA the model for a more diverse America?
• Website: The Economist Podcasts
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• Duration: 00:31:43
• Published: 2019-08-09 17:30

Eric Garcetti, the mayor of Los Angeles, argues America’s second largest city benefits from being a melting pot. Anne McElvoy asks him how he is faring in tackling the city’s housing crisis and why he is not running for the Democratic nomination in 2020. They address allegations of racism in the White House and, in the wake of two mass shootings, how to curb gun violence in America. Also, could smooth jazz prevent traffic jams?

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