Conley 1999 Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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research question
A
what explains the wealth gap between white and black americans, and how did history impact this?
2
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method
A
analysis of historical data, wealth accumulation
3
Q
main finding
A
racial wealth gap -> attributed to the lack of generational wealth pass down
parent net worth -> largest indicator of individual wealth
gap -> historical deprivation of wealth building opportunities for black americans
4
Q
relevance
A
historical and systemic inequalities perpetuate economic stratification along racial lines
