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by PixelPusher 4818 days ago
I'm a 'ghetto' kid. Grew up in LA and El Salvador.

The reason I haven't done a startup is because i simply don't have the monetary support. I have to pay for my mom and family, pay rent, etc. We don't have the privilege of a circle of people with money.

Our parents couldn't afford to send us to college, in fact it's better for them that we start working as early as possible. Our past generations weren't scientists, lawyers, etc. They were immigrants, mostly farm and home workers. So, we're one of the first generations to even have the opportunity to be lawyers, doctors, engineers, etc.

The author is right, and a lot of people can't relate or even think about those types of problems.

But, the problems he listed are still pretty dear in our hearts and perhaps the next few generations will tackle it.