Exam 1 RE Flashcards
What is individualistic racism?
Individualistic racism refers to just people’s nasty thoughts
It highlights personal prejudices rather than systemic issues.
What does ahistorical racism imply?
Ahistorical racism implies that racism is a past thing
This perspective ignores ongoing systemic issues.
What is the legalistic view of racism?
Legalistic racism assumes that enacting racist laws eliminates racism
This view fails to recognize the persistence of racism beyond legal frameworks.
What does fixed racism suggest?
Fixed racism assures that racism doesn’t change or evolve over time
This perspective neglects the dynamic nature of societal attitudes.
Define tokenistic racism.
Tokenistic racism is the belief that the success of some individuals is evidence that racism doesn’t exist
This overlooks systemic barriers faced by the majority.
What is racial domination?
Racial domination involves actions taken where the majority takes advantage of the minority
Examples include practices like redlining.
What is redlining?
Redlining refers to discriminatory practices in housing, affecting home prices and access
It historically marginalized communities of color.
What is interpersonal racism?
Interpersonal racism refers to how individuals act and interact with each other
It manifests in personal prejudices and behaviors.
What is institutional racism?
Institutional racism occurs within schools, hospitals, and politics
It reflects systemic biases embedded in organizations.
What is symbolic racism?
Symbolic racism involves the beliefs and attitudes that support racial inequities without overt hostility
It is often subtle and ingrained in cultural norms.
Define symbolic power.
Symbolic power is the power that the majority group holds, knowing they won’t be discriminated against
It creates a sense of privilege among the majority.
What is symbolic violence?
Symbolic violence refers to people of color internalizing racist norms, normalizing their oppression
This leads to a diminished self-worth among marginalized groups.
What does intersectionality refer to?
Intersectionality refers to the idea that some identities can provide more advantages than others
For example, a Chinese woman may experience different challenges compared to a Black gay man.
Fill in the blank: _______ is the practice of denying certain groups access to jobs based on race.
Racial discrimination
This includes systemic barriers and biases in hiring practices.
Is race a scientific category?
No, race is not genetic.
Race is often misunderstood as a scientific category, but it lacks a genetic basis.
What is the concept of ‘White Privilege’?
A collection of unearned advantages by people of Anglo-European descent.
White privilege refers to societal benefits that white individuals receive simply by being part of the dominant racial group.
Define ‘Whiteness’ in the context of racial dynamics.
Racial domination normalized.
Whiteness represents a social construct that privileges white individuals over others in various societal contexts.
Who was William Moore and what did he advocate for?
He was a white anti-racist who argued for integration.
William Moore delivered a letter advocating for racial integration and was subsequently killed for his beliefs.
What is ‘Sociological Imagination’?
Interpreting everyday life through exploration of broader sources.
Coined by C. Wright Mills, sociological imagination emphasizes the connection between personal experiences and larger social forces.
True or False: Humans differ significantly from race to race.
False.
While there are variations among individuals, the concept of significant difference across races is a myth.
Fill in the blank: ‘White Anti-Racist’ refers to individuals like _______ who advocate for racial equality.
William Moore
What is the definition of ethnicity?
The cultural group a person is a part of
Ethnicity encompasses shared cultural practices, perspectives, and distinctions that set apart one group of people from another.
