In "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry, Walter Lee Younger represents the African American experience in 20th-century America. Walter's character develops significantly during the play, representing the issues of identity, dignity, and living in the face of racism and economic hardship. Initially, Walter is unhappy and frustrated, locked in a mediocre job with a desire for a brighter future. His desire for financial success conflicts with the realities of racism and oppression. As the story…
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