Part 1 of Essay
Walter is frustrated with his current position in life, and every disappointment he has encountered thus far. His position is symbolic of every black male struggling to provide for his family by any means necessary. Hansberry stated in her meeting with Robert Kennedy…"the first thing that must be achieved is equal opport ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... living room (Hansberry 34). best describes the sympathy and compassion Walter feels for his son. Although his family's financial position is strained, Walter doesn't want his son to see him struggle. Children are very impressionable. Walter displays an unselfish characteristic that is overshadowed by unwise decisions later in the play. In one particular scene, his son Travis asked both parents for money. Walter acts out of pride and little motivation by giving Travis his last pocket change. This symbolizes ....