Covid-19 and America’s Four Interrelated Flaws
History is proof enough that the African-Americans are a lot that has been marginalized in all aspects of life, be it socially or economically. It has been years ever since the abolishment of slavery in the United States, but black people are yet to experience their civil rights fully. Consequently, the inadequacy in these rights has led to a massive financial gap between Blacks and other races in the country.
For instance, the community is constantly under segregation and discrimination in the labor market, which means that Blacks are presented with few employment opportunities compared to Whites. They suffer, yet they are also inhabitants of the land and contribute taxes just like the other communities.
In moments of crises, this vice is demonstrated, and African-Americans are left struggling. The current Covid-19 pandemic is an illustration of how Blacks have been marginalized financially, with the number of their deaths higher than the rest because they are economically handicapped. It is unfortunate that color is used as a criterion for healthcare benefits and coverage.
