Dr. Taylor takes a critical view of the research that emphasizes Black women as economic “drivers”’ arguing that framing the potential contributions solely in terms of untapped gains is shortsighted and exploitative. Despite quantifiable data of affluence and social mobility, Black women and their households face significant wealth inequity compared to their White counterparts, reflecting historic and persistent structural inequities. 

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