Is the American Dream exclusive to white people? <br /><br />Despite individual successes, African Americans in the 21st century continue to face challenges such as failing schools, drugs, crime, incarceration, unemployment, decaying housing, and broken families.<br /><br />Some, like barber Shariff Griffin, believe the American Dream is attainable through hard work. However, others suspect that they are held back by a system rigged against them. Explore different perspectives from Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Richmond, with opinions ranging from systemic racism and white supremacy to other points of view.<br /><br />Will Black America ever truly attain the American Dream—or was it always an illusion?<br /><br />Black Lives: Trap / 2019<br />#USA<br /><br />🌍 Join Documentary Planet for more!