History of Ideas: Ta-Nehisi Coates
Past Present Future
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The Great Migration and Challenges in the Housing Market
This chapter explores the Great Migration of black Americans from the South to the North during the 20th century and highlights the challenges faced by black Americans in the housing market. It discusses the limited options for mortgage services available to black Americans in Chicago, leading to exploitative and harsh terms, as well as the significant price difference between homes in black and white neighborhoods.
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