Step-by-step explanation:
Mr. Julian Rivers is Manny's father who was wealthy and he was teaching the boys about life, race and people relationships. After his son's death we can see in the book newspaper article that is explaining Julian Rivers situation. He has stepped down from his work position as the president of Davidson Wells Financial Corporation.
Newspaper article says: “According to CEO Chuck Wallace, photographs of Mr. Rivers on the front lines of an Atlanta march that shut down traffic for hours last week triggered the loss of several high-profile clients and approximately $80 million in revenue for the asset management firm,” the article reads. A quote from the CEO claims that the company and Mr. Rivers have “mutually agreed to part ways.”
It was understandable for the readers why he did that since his son was killed by a racist.