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The Colorado Fiscal Institute invites you to join us for an evening of exploration into the history and reasons behind why racism is at the root of tax policy, and how we can change the tax code to create a system that builds a more equitable future.

Tax policy isn’t race neutral. In fact, the history of its development shows us how it has been used explicitly as a tool for discriminating against people of color. Tax policy has been a powerful tool for shaping our country’s political, social, and economic landscape and has contributed to further consolidation of wealth and power into the hands of a small, predominantly white, group of people in the United States. But tax policy can also be wielded to undo those harms, right past wrongs, and build a more equitable future. It can be a tool for creating a true and healthy democracy.

We are excited to bring Michael Leachman, Senior Director of State Fiscal Research at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, to lead the discussion on how taxes shape politics, policy, and our ability to live out our democratic ideals. Leachman co-authored Advancing Racial Equity With State Tax Policy, a report that digs into the harmful legacies of past racism and the damage caused by continuing racial bias and discrimination.

Michael Leachman is Senior Director of State Fiscal Research with the State Fiscal Policy division of the Center, which analyzes state tax and budget policy decisions and promotes sustainable policies that consider the needs of families of all income levels.

There is no cost to this event but seating is limited. Please use the form below to RSVP.

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Thanks for your interest but we are no longer accepting registration for this event as we’ve reached capacity.

Let us know if you have any questions at schneider@coloradofiscal.org.