How important is the
African American middle class?
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In one sense, the black middle class sets an example by their hard work and positive lifestyle for those who are still trying to make it in society and may not have as much. |
Shalum Little
Pipefitter
Dorchester
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I think we are all one class, because no matter how much money we have, it’s not enough and we have to do more just to keep up. |
Clay Hunt
Computer Technology Manager
Roxbury |
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The black middle class is important because we demonstrate every day that we work hard, have experience and are capable of running companies. |
Reggie St. Lot
Senior Manager
Brockton |
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It’s important for the black middle class to show mainstream society that African Americans are doing more than selling drugs and shooting each other. |
Haywood Harper
UPS
Dorchester
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The middle class is important not because of their money, but because of their ability to reach out and help others. A lot of the folks in the so-called upper class have forgotten where they came from. |
Al Fields
MBTA Bus Driver
Dorchester
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The black middle class shows that African Americans are not all poor. We are in all economic classes and are fighting to maintain just like everyone else. |
Channel One the Green Giant
Mixtape DJ
Roxbury
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