SOCL 2001 Chapter : Sociology
Document Summary
Argues that newcomers must assimilate by adopting the dominant groups ways. Racial ethinc inequality provides a large pool of cheap labor. Racial enthinc inequality maintains the dominant group s current status. See ongoing strife between dominant and minority groups. Economic stratification pits minorities against each other and low income whites. Gendered racism- the combined and cumulative effects of inequality due to racism and sexism. Minority women face discrimination based on race, gender, and social class. Labeling and selective perception can increase prejudice and discrimination.
