William A. Darity Jr.
Born in 1953
sanford.duke.edu
Economics
Sociology
William A. "Sandy" Darity, Jr. is a distinguished American economist and researcher, currently serving as the Arts and Sciences Professor of Public Policy at Duke University.
His career includes positions at the University of North Carolina, the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, and the National Humanities Center.
Darity's research spans a wide range of topics, including economic stratification, the African diaspora, black reparations, and social and economic policy related to race and ethnicity.
He has held leadership roles in academic organizations and is recognized for his contributions to understanding racial economic disparities and advocating for reparations.