Which Neighborhood You Grow Up In Can Predict Your Income As An Adult

The video discusses the decline in economic mobility in the US, highlighting that only half of today's children earn more than their parents, compared to 90% in the 1940s. It introduces the concept of 'opportunity bargains'—affordable neighborhoods that offer better outcomes for children. The video presents key findings from Opportunity Insights, showing how small geographic differences can significantly impact life outcomes, especially for different racial groups. The Opportunity Atlas is introduced as a tool to help policymakers and parents access data on children's future earnings and other outcomes, aiming to make the American Dream more attainable.

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