Discussion Post: Race & Ethnics Relations
Should we continue to collect data on race and ethnicity?
Topic
In what situations should we continue collecting data on race and ethnicity, and in what situations should we stop collecting data on race and ethnicity? (Desmond & Emirbayer)
Colorblindness in American Society
We determine whether our society is "colorblind." Our objectives this week are to:
a) Describe colorblind racism and new racism;
b) Discuss social policy implications of erroneous beliefs that we live in a post-racial or colorblind society; and
c) Summarize the perception gap between majority and minority groups and how that impacts support for public policy aimed at combating racial inequality.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.