30. Identity Politics - Multiculturalism Flashcards
What is Taylor’s view of equal recognition?
All cultures are worthy of interest and expression
What is the multiculturalist view of equal value?
Cultures impose value schemes, so equal valuation would erase cultures
What is cultural assimilation?
The notion that minorities must adopt the majority culture
What is civil assimilation?
The notion that minorities must adopt aspects of a majority culture but can keep their native culture in their private lives
What is neutralism?
The notion that government has no culture
What is multiculturalism’s view on assimilation?
That both the majority and minority cultures must be open to change
What is differentiated citizenship?
People can have different ties to the state
What thinker is associated with individual rights trumping group rights?
Brian Berry
What thinker is associated with group rights trumping individual rights under certain circumstances?
Will Kymlicka
