Many Americas: Critical Perspectives on Race, Racism, and Ethnicity
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- Synopsis
- "Since its colonial inception, there have existed a dynamic interplay between the race and ethnicity in the United States. These social realities defined who in American society would have greater access to opportunities and resources against those who would not. The tensions and conflicts that are the result of the creation and perpetuation of social inequality are a fundamental part of living in the United States. Racial and ethnic strife permeates almost every aspect of American society. As a social force, it generates intense animosities. It mobilizes people to treat some members of our society as inferior or dangerous. Under certain conditions, these engendered racial and ethnic antagonisms erupt into outright hatred and violence. The history of the United States is poxmarked with such tragedies. Many people living in this nation continue to endure incalculable suffering because of their perceived racial and ethnic differences. By the end of the century and beyond, the racial hierarchy that has perpetuated the illusion of profound differences between us will be severely tested. The ethnic composition of the United States is undergoing dramatic changes. The increasing ethno-racial diveAmerica is already presenting a direct challenge to the privileges and powers afforded some societal members because of their "Whiteness."." rsity of
- Copyright:
- 1998
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 992 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780787249878
- Publisher:
- N/A
- Date of Addition:
- 05/13/04
- Copyrighted By:
- Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Social Studies
- Submitted By:
- 3
- Proofread By:
- Lena
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.