It was nearly double the national rate.
During the Great Depression, the general unemployment ranged from 25 percent to 50 percent. The unemployment rate for African-Americans ranged from 52 percent in 1931 to 50 percent in 1933.
The Depression did have some sort of effect on the African Americans, but not as much as the White people. During the Great Depression, the African Americans explored more in the arts and literature part of life. They introduced a new type of music to the world... Jazz. They had been somewhat succesful during this time.
almost double
almost double
During the Great Depression, the unemployment rate for white Americans was generally lower than that for minorities, particularly African Americans and other racial groups. While the overall unemployment rate soared to around 25%, the rate for Black Americans often reached as high as 50% in some areas. This disparity highlighted the systemic inequalities and discrimination that minorities faced in the labor market, exacerbating their economic hardships during this period.
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discriminatory practices worsened during the great depression.
African Americans share croppers
The Great Depression disproportionately affected African Americans and women. African Americans faced higher unemployment rates and were often the first to lose their jobs. Discrimination in hiring practices intensified. Additionally, women faced limited job opportunities, wage cuts, and widespread inequality in the workforce, as traditional gender roles were reinforced. Both groups experienced heightened poverty levels and limited access to relief programs and resources.
yes
discriminatory practices worsened during the great depression.
discriminatory practices worsened during the great depression.