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Racism is not simply the construction of racial groups, it's the creation of hierarchy to justify and prop up an ideological and political system of power      Linda Rae Murray

the broader vision of public health is politically charged, as it shines a light on the poor condition of public health agencies...promotes the adoption of bold changes in physical, social, and economic conditions...and requires a values shift toward collective interest James Begun & Janet Malcolm

“preserving health and preventing disease requires ‘full and unlimited democracy’ and radical measures rather than ‘mere palliatives’” Rudolph Virchow (in Jaime Breilh 2020)

COLLABORATIVE FOR HEALTH EQUITY 

COOK COUNTY

Where People, Place, and Power Matter

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TACKLING STRUCTURAL RACISM

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