For instance, it was easier for a white business person to secure a loan from a financial institution than a black business person. However, the harsh reality is that blacks found it difficult to expand their businesses because of the complicated loaning rules. The idea of black capitalism gained momentum in the early 1960s in the wake of the American dream in which every American citizen was supposed to compete favourably in economic growth. How does the author address the issue of black capitalism in the book? According to the narrator, there is no way a man can stand upright in a corrupt society. Therefore, the narrator is saying this statement to justify his dubious business dealings. However, no matter how the narrator tries to remain legit in his dealings, the temptation to get more capital draws him to crooked ways, making him more successful. The narrator operates his furniture store business in an economy characterized by corruption, theft, illegal business dealings and other crooked schemes of becoming rich. What does the narrator mean when saying, “Crooked world, straight world, same rules - everybody had a hand out for the envelope?” Written by people who wish to remain anonymous We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.
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