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Many wealthy members of Congress are descendants of rich slaveholders − new study demonstrates the enduring legacy of slavery

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The median household wealth of white Americans today is six times higher than that of Black Americans $ 285,000 versus $ 45,000 .

The median median net worth of members of Congress is $5.6 million vs. $1.1 million , authors say.

Authors: Members of Congress have an opportunity to address past injustices and today 's inequalities.

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