Why is racism considered a social problem? As a part of this answer you should use one of the three sociological frameworks (Functionalist, Conflict, Interactionist). Include in your answer the definition of a social problem in Chapter One and how racism does/does not relate. In addition, you may use current events such as the deaths of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, and Trayvon Martin to frame your answer. Finally, you can answer this question from the perspective that racism is or is not currently a social problem.