Last year I worked at a chain restaurant, one that will remain undisclosed. It was a nice establishment, the kind that makes the same food no matter what location you go to, and is consistently lauded for their attention to customers' needs. I took the job in order to pay for my college education and also to help my single mother. Though I am on scholarship, books, lab fees, and art supplies are expensive. It was an interesting work experience that gave me a greater perspective in regards to social mobility in America... or the lack thereof. There were five things that were made very clear to...