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The Hidden Cost of Being African American By Sabrina Santana Sammy Carroll and Emily Johncox.

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1 The Hidden Cost of Being African American By Sabrina Santana Sammy Carroll and Emily Johncox

2 Vivian and Kathryn Single Mom- teenage son and 4 year old twins Hard time finding work Working hard had not lifted her out of poverty. Limited resources. Single mom – one kid Free lance contractor Debt Free Help from Family Inheritance

3 Ackermans and Cummings Middle class residents of a suburb. Net worth $100,000 Promise to pay for children's college tuition All white neighborhood Earns 30,000 Two kids one attends private school and is exclusively tutored. Inherited 350,000 and has millions more.

4 Discussion Questions What are some key differences between Vivian's case and Kathryn's case? How does inheritance play a role in privilege? How much does wealth impact inequality in society?

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