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Now that a new semester is beginning, what does this mean for those left behind? joining me is the vice president of higher education at the education trust and a senior at howard university. i know all you hu people are happy to see her in her hu gear. thank you both being here. doctor, i want to start with you. you bring such great context. what is the impact of having students delay their plans or the impact of being -- having an adverse impact on their life when it comes to covid and getting an education? >> i mean, i think realistically we know that students, especially low income student...

Doctor, i know these circumstances are not unique to you. you see this kind of thing all the time, particularly with black and brown students. what do you think? do colleges and universities bear any responsibility to make it easier for students? where does the solution lie? >> i think there are lots of solutions that address the issues. we have to be realistic, college isn't affordable in this country and part of the reason is the racial wealth gap. we leave students of color with no margin for error. the average white house hold in this country has $156,000 worth of wealth, compared to $3,80...