Ironically, his classmates at Harvard will mostly be admitted based on legacy not merit. Some whose great, great grandparents are alum. Where do you think Richards great great grandparents went to college? We can talk generational wealth and business connections next if you like.
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I think 42% of Harvard is legacy. That's a lot of AA for white people
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Wait, he was bullied? And he didn’t shoot anyone? Instead he has a full ride to Harvard? Hmmm...
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You are not your circumstances. You can make a “Choice” to be better. It’s not easy and you will need help BUT you can do it... This is beyond Awesome!!!!
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Someone please tell him not to fall asleep in the common room or carry a cell phone outside.
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I had a rough childhood, poor with a lot of hard work. But this young man makes me feel privileged. Not only did he have more and harder obstacles to overcome, he had less resources available. He used what was available and succeeded where I might have failed. I admire him.
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The thing is, every time I read an inspiring story like this I’m like “why did this person have to go through all that? Why did we give him all that’s adversity to triumph over? How many others were crushed by the same circumstances?”
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That the kind of news I love seeing!
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Nice Story, but reality is that for 1 child that has this ability, to get over all odds, there are millions of children that we as a country leave behind, and dont care enough..... we try to calm conscious and make believe this story is possible for all, that is marketing
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That is inspiration. His success gives meaning to the words,"If you can believe it. You can achieve it." Congrats to Richard Jenkins! Keep knocking down those barriers.
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OMG my heart crys for you...just so proud what a awesome a blessed young man...nothing but great things ahead...






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What an incredible young man and inspiring story. Good luck, Richard! The future looks like a much brighter place because of people like you
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Congratulations. Do great things
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Wait, I thought Society was holding black men down?
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The exception is not proof that society is not, nor is this an excuse to prolong prejudicial programs and policies.
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