1968, Barney Frank when he was assistant to Boston Mayor Kevin White

Changes in Media

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Mar 3, 2021

Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, some news outlets like the Boston Globe are taking a new look at previously published stories like minor arrests, that can alter someone’s abilities to get a loan, or an apartment, or a job long term. Joining us to discuss this new initiative is NPR media reporter David Folkenflik.

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