"If people would just change their attitudes about minorities then discrimination would be a thing of the past." Using concepts from your reading, explain why ending individual prejudice would not end racial inequality in society.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary but should discuss that it is difficult to change attitudes embedded into our social structure. Institutional discrimination is discrimination that has been solidified by generations of majority groups. Further, majority groups are socialized, whether intentionally or unintentionally, to separate themselves from groups who are different from them--even if it is just by appearance. We cannot simply undue these factors on an individual level.
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A. dictator B. turnkey C. reformer D. friend
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. no b. a few c. many d. every