Category: Discrimination

  • Racism and Impact of Racial Discrimination

    Racial discrimination across the world has profound effects on life routine especially for the ethnic minorities in different societies. The barbaric act has persisted and hinders the effective development and progress of millions of persons globally (Carter et al. 232). It is important to note that racial discrimination is unequal treatment of people or groups…

  • Legal and Illegal Discrimination in the Society

    Table of Contents Introduction Body Conclusion References Introduction I believe the first scenario represents legal discrimination, whereas the second scenario is an example of illegal discrimination. The crucial feature that distinguishes these situations is the data provided to support discriminatory employment policies. Body It is the law and its interpretation that distinguish legal discrimination from…

  • Problem of Racial Discrimination

    Introduction Based on the three readings, it is evident that the central topic of discussion revolves around racial discrimination, which portrays African Americans or people of color as lesser beings than their counterparts. While racial discrimination in the United States is not a thing of the past, the readings clearly describe the hardships and struggle…

  • Solving Ethical Dilemma of Discrimination

    When it comes to frequent ethical dilemmas in workplaces, one of them is discrimination, whether it is based on religion, gender, ethnicity, or nationality. One of the situations I witnessed was the prejudice of one employee toward another based on skin color. While any form of discrimination at the workplace is considered illegal due to…

  • School Dress and Grooming Codes as Agents of Racial Discrimination

    The thesis of this author was school dress and grooming codes as agents of racial discrimination against Blacks. The article dwells on the issue of racism that affects Black people in the white setups of educational sectors. Despite the ban of slavery in 1865, the Black people in the English, also known as the white…

  • Racism and Social Injustice in Warriors Don’t Cry

    In her autobiographical book, Warriors Don’t Cry, Melba Pattillo Beals examines her experiences of being an African American female living in the USA in the middle of the twentieth century. The girl had to face numerous instances of racism and social injustice. The author describes the different ways people of color addressed such experiences. Occasional…

  • Racism and Prejudice: People’s Experiences

    Table of Contents Introduction Social Exclusion and Mental Health The Lack of Resources Ensuring Well-being Unfavorable Economic Conditions Uneven Access To Essential Services Safety Concerns Conclusion Reference List Introduction The principal obstacle to establishing equality of all citizens in a country is people’s attitudes, which are represented by prejudice towards specific population groups and racism…

  • Carl Hart’s Talk on Racism, Poverty, and Drugs

    To make weighted political decisions concerning drug use, it is essential to understand the major stakeholders and the roots of the issue. One of the communities that suffer significantly is African-American people, whose illicit drug use rate is higher than of whites, Asians, and Hispanics (Van Wormer & Davis, 2016). In his TED Talk, Carl…

  • Racism Effects in “Warriors Don’t Cry” by Melba Beals

    Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion Work Cited Introduction The history of America has numerous events and dates that contribute to its unique character and diversity. The arrival of the first Europeans, the evolution of colonies, the struggle for independence, and the formation of nationhood are the central factors that shaped the mentality of…

  • Discrimination Against Racial and Gender Minorities

    We live in an extremely diverse world. There are millions of people who have their own unique cultures, mentalities, and beliefs. This diversity is an integral part of peoples lives as they interact with each other and benefit from this cooperation. Moreover, the modern globalized society provides numerous opportunities for improved communication and increased mutual…