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Many wealthy members of Congress are descendants of rich slaveholders − study demonstrates the enduring legacy of slavery
The legacy of slavery in America remains a divisive issue, with sharp political divides. Some argue that slavery still ...
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DOGE To Examine Congress Members Who Became ‘Strangely Wealthy’
Dozens of longtime members of Congress have amassed millionaire-level wealth over their careers. Among the richest are former ...
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Are two of Oklahoma’s members of Congress ranked among the wealthiest in the nation?
Sources consistently place two members of Oklahoma’s congressional delegation, Kevin Hern and Markwayne Mullin, in the top 10 ...
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Many wealthy members of Congress are descendants of rich slaveholders − study demonstrates the enduring legacy of slavery
And intergenerational wealth transfers can allow these advantages to persist across generations. Because members of Congress are a highly select group, our results may not apply to all Americans.