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Actually, I was arguing that there is a significant population working hard that is still poor and still has limited opportunities. The food stamp program participation plummeted after reform and has grown significantly recently because of the recession. And still most folks are working.
As I've stated before, PHD Watson.. in my professional life I've seen many blacks and hispanics move up into upper management with relative ease with no college education. Just as many, if not more than whites. Considering population percentages, they're much more represented than whites in my business. Several, not all aren't even very bright. In my first person world view I honestly believe minorities have many advantages over whites these days.
I seen a poster above mention McDonalds, but even at McDonalds you can work and move up and earn a decent living. It's not the best example, but it's possible. At almost any retail company you can work your way up into decent, if not above average money with zero college education. It can take time, but it's very achievable for even the most average of Joes.
Instant gratification doesn't exist though.. for ANYONE. Myself as an example.. I've only recently began truly climbing the ladder where I work. It's taken 6 years. I came in with more experience and a much better work quality than many of my fellow coworkers(of all races) and I would see them move beyond me despite this. I could have easily gotten disgruntled and fell back into another struggle, but I'm a grinder and it will continue to pay dividends.
I have no doubt in my mind that I would make it to a solid living in modern day America as an average black man. I've seen many do it. There's nothing holding a lot of them back besides delusion.
I understand some of Watsons points, but to me.. many of them will continue to be crutches instead of true eye openers. Social media continues to exemplify this.