First, New Jerseyans who care about an issue like concealed carry are both racially and socioeconomically diverse.

Source: https://newjerseyglobe.com/stomping-grounds/stomping-grounds-n-j-midterm-elections-murphys-gun-laws-dead-whales-and-wally-edge/

This runs counter to the widely held assumption that focusing on these skills is particularly important and beneficial for children from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds, which underpins many social and emotional learning programs.

Source: https://phys.org/news/2023-12-disadvantaged-children-struggles-school-character.html

“Younger Black individuals are more likely to live in lower-income households that experience housing instability and food insecurity, as well as in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods,” Wadhera said.

Source: https://www.pressherald.com/2023/03/05/diabetes-and-obesity-rising-in-young-americans-study-finds/