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Christina Cross
Associate professor of sociology at Harvard University and author of Inherited Inequality, specializing in racial inequality, family structure, and youth outcomes.
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Sep 23, 2025
• 56min
‘Inherited Inequality’ Challenges the Idea That Two-Parent Homes Are Key to Kids’ Success
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Christina Cross, an associate professor of sociology at Harvard University and author of "Inherited Inequality," delves into the misconceptions surrounding family structure and racial inequality. She challenges the notion that two-parent households are solely responsible for children's success, highlighting systemic issues like discrimination in housing and education. Cross discusses how the Moynihan Report shaped policies that unfairly target Black families and emphasizes the significant role of income in opportunity gaps. Her insights reveal the necessity of a broader understanding of family dynamics in addressing racial disparities.
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