The migrants paved the way for future generations from "summary" of The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
The migrants who left the South during the Great Migration did more than just seek better opportunities for themselves. They also paved the way for future generations to have a chance at a better life. Their courage and determination to leave everything behind and start anew in unfamiliar lands set an example for those who came after them. They showed that it was possible to break free from the constraints of Jim Crow laws and racial discrimination, and to create a better future for themselves and their families. By leaving the South and settling in the North, the migrants not only improved their own lives but also helped to bring about social and political change. They challenged the status quo and forced the country to confront its legacy of racism and inequality. Their presence in Northern cities like Chicago, New York, and Detroit contributed to the growth and diversity of these commu...
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