Explain multiculturalism and assimilation. What arguments do proponents of each make to defend their stance?
Please provide the best answer for the statement.
1. Multiculturalism holds that there is value in having a diverse society, one that includes
diverse cultures.
2. Assimilation is a process whereby the dominant culture is accepted by minority groups.
3. Those who defend multiculturalism believe that people are more successful at assimilating
if they can take it slow and simultaneously retain parts of their original culture.
4. Assimilationists believe that this kind of diversity weakens American values and that
assimilation must be done fully and quickly.
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