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King would pursue economic justice after historic milestone
The piece argues that Dr. King would press for economic parity alongside civil rights at a time of Obama’s inauguration. It cites unemployment gaps, wealth transfer disparities, and studies from the Economic Mobility Project, noting black Americans face higher job loss and entrenched poverty while white families see more mobility. It includes quotes from scholars and a New York student, Fritz Jean, detailing barriers to affording college and opportunities.
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