Oct 31, 2023

“Affirmative action for the rich”

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More colleges are offering early decision admissions, but the practice tends to admit students from wealthier backgrounds.

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Families are paying an average of 30% more for child care than they did in 2019

by Elizabeth Trovall

Oct 31, 2023

Costs have reached new heights just as federal subsidies that helped providers cover staffing and other expenses come to an end.

While increased child care costs would normally result in more women leaving the workforce to take care of kids, remote work opportunities may change the equation.

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Competing for wealthy students, colleges increasingly admit them early

by Kirk Carapezza

Oct 31, 2023

For the educational institution, the practice increases certainty around admissions. Critics say it undermines fairness.

Rachel Aveni applied early to New York University, hoping to gain an edge in getting into her dream school.

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David Brancaccio Host

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

Kelly Silvera Executive Producer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Ariana Rosas Producer

Nic Perez Director/Producer

Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

Nick Esposito Media Producer

James Graham Producer, BBC

Jo Critcher Producer, BBC

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Lis Mahy Producer, BBC

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