The Original Underclass

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2016/09/the-original-underclass/492731/
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The Original Underclass

In this thought-provoking article, the author explores the concept of an 'underclass' in America, focusing on white working-class communities. The article challenges the common perception that poverty and social issues disproportionately affect minority communities, arguing that there is an 'original underclass' consisting of white Americans who have been left behind by economic and social changes. The author delves into the historical factors that have contributed to this underclass, including the decline of manufacturing jobs and the erosion of social structures. By highlighting the struggles faced by this often overlooked group, the article encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of poverty and inequality in America.

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In this thought-provoking article, the author explores the concept of an 'underclass' in America, focusing on white working-class communities. The article challenges the common perception that poverty and social issues disproportionately affect minority communities, arguing that there is an 'original underclass' consisting of white Americans who have been left behind by economic and social changes. The author delves into the historical factors that have contributed to this underclass, including the decline of manufacturing jobs and the erosion of social structures. By highlighting the struggles faced by this often overlooked group, the article encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of poverty and inequality in America.

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