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Slavery And Racial Stereotypes

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Nowadays, it seems as if everyone wants to become rich. However, the large sum of money that is needed in order to be qualified as wealthy All throughout history different races and ethnicities have been restrained, in America this is especially true. Different scenarios in America’s past have had a lasting effect on the average wealth of different races because inheritance can add wealth to a family or individual. African Americans were once enslaved and denied their own civil rights, and in today’s world they face discrimination. These factors have affected the amount of money they will have on average because discrimination and racial stereotypes can prevent them from getting jobs and others may not see their full potential. Slavery and

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