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Bridging the Gap: Education and Economic Mobility
This chapter explores how higher education intersects with economic mobility, revealing disparities in college admissions based on income. It discusses the impact of socio-economic conditions on college attendance rates and proposes alternatives to traditional higher education, such as vocational training. The conversation also emphasizes the role of social connections in facilitating economic opportunities for disadvantaged youth.