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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I realize that I grew up in a very privileged life in the DC area. Everyone I know when to the local privates or the highly ranked publics. Everyone went to college at least or has multiple degrees. Everyone has at least 400k in savings and a 200k job by the time they're thirty. Everyone has a lavish wedding. Everyone buys property in desirable zip codes. Everyone is a parent by early thirties. Everyone takes at least 2-3 international trips every year. Everyone has a parent or two who are wealthy and successful.

[b]It is only recently that I realized this isn't...normal [/b]and its hard to grasp. How can someone who grew up like this realize what life is like for others who aren't like them?[/quote]

It’s actually normal in any nice part of any major American city.  You have similar bubbles in Dallas, LA, chicago, atlanta, Nashville, NYC etc.  it’s far from unique to DC.  I’d argue it’s even worse in a city like dallas.

Also there is A LOT of poverty in DC.  You’re just used to it.  [/quote]

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