Why we need to stop sharing American Dream success stories

Casey Gerald discusses the persistent myth of the American dream, highlighting his own journey from poverty to success as an example often used to perpetuate this narrative. He critiques the dream as a distraction from systemic issues that prevent many from achieving success, emphasizing the disparity between the dream and the harsh realities faced by many Americans. Gerald argues that stories like his can mislead society into believing that failure is an individual's fault rather than a systemic issue, and calls for a reevaluation of the narrative to address the designed inequalities in the system.

In what ways does the author believe society misinterprets the success of individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds?

What statistics does the author provide to illustrate the challenges faced by children in his neighborhood?