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Strivers' Ethical Costs

Strivers from concentrated poverty face significant ethical costs as they navigate their educational and career paths. They often lack exposure to middle-class norms and must leave their communities to access better opportunities, which can lead to feelings of isolation. The emotional toll of this transition is stark, contributing to the staggering statistic that only 21% of low-income first-generation students complete college, compared to 57% of their peers.