The purpose of the book Cry the beloved Country, is to open the eyes of a population in South Africa.The book and author is trying to show racism that is slowly breaking up the diverse society and its people. Alan Paton is the author and...
The riots of the summer of 1919 happened between the months of April and October. This is now named the Red Summer. There were many events that led up and cause the Red Summer. When the African American soldiers came back to the U.S. after...
Racial discrimination at work has been overlooked with the emergence of the information age and globalization. People feel free to move and work from any part of the world as long as they qualify. However, I have realized that the problem of segregation is still...
BSA Student Protest at American University The Black Student Alliance (BSA), along with other student groups, partnered together and held a protest on the steps of the campus’s central building, Mary Graydon Center. Consisting of 200 people, the protest was done to capture exposure of...
Imperialism began during the 19th century as a way to expand territories and continue the Industrial Revolution. Powerful nations like the United States and Britain took over less developed areas for several reasons. This age of Imperialism shaped the current world and is the sole...
Luis Valdez mixed art and politics in his writing, “Zoot Suit”, which focuses on the Zoot Suit Riots that occurred in Los Angeles during the 1940s. The Zoot Suit Riots were a series of violent clashes between U.S. servicemen who would attack young Latinos and...
Our nation is strong when we accept the diversity of ideas and contributions from this nation of immigrants. For people of all ages, races, and ethnicities to feel free and pursue happiness — it’s more than a Dream. It’s an idea, a glimmer of hope,...
The prohibition of drugs has been a cornerstone of drug policy in many countries for decades. However, the so-called “War on Drugs” has not achieved its intended goals and has instead led to numerous negative consequences. In this essay, I will explore the arguments for...
The Pearl, by John Steinbeck and The Secret River, by Kate Grenville both explore issues surrounding racism and classism. However, whilst The Pearl places a heavy emphasis on classism due to racism, The Secret River discusses racism and the preconceived ideas that those who live...
Skin discrimination is a deeply entrenched form of bias that persists in many societies, perpetuating social inequalities and hindering progress towards a more inclusive world. This essay delves into the complexities of skin discrimination, exploring its origins, the various ways it manifests, and the urgent...
The character of Crooks in John Steinbeck’s novel “Of Mice and Men” serves as a powerful representation of the outsider in society. Throughout the novel, Crooks is marginalized and discriminated against due to his race, physical disability, and social status. This essay will analyze the...
One of the most important issues that have been talked about for centuries is equality. Dividing people based on their race, gender, sexual orientation and etc… has been seen from the beginning. In the early times of the United States, African Americans were treated as...
Black History Month is a significant cultural celebration that should be observed and commemorated for several reasons. This essay aims to explore the historical context, achievements, contributions, promotion of social justice and equality, educational significance, and ongoing relevance of Black History Month. Through this exploration,...
Slavery continues to have an impact on America in the most basic economic sense. An economic structure—a method of creating and exchanging commodities—American slavery was generally not the same as the remainder of the advanced economy and separate from it. Stories about industrialization stress white...
Identity and the Black American Experience The black American experience is quite complicated. It takes many forms, but the oppressions black people face all stem from similar roots. One of the most important points that Ta-Nehisi Coates makes in his book, Between the World and...
Colourism is an intricate and deeply rooted issue that continues to affect societies around the world. It involves the discrimination or preferential treatment of individuals based on their skin tone, often favoring lighter shades while marginalizing darker ones. This essay delves into the complexities of...
In the history of America, education has been an important issue for the future of the country. Over the years, the Federal Government made improvements to education in schools to increase student success. In particular, the Brown vs. Board of Education case proved that schools...
Workplace discrimination refers to the unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals based on their race, gender, disability, or other characteristics. It is a pervasive issue that has detrimental effects on both individuals and organizations. This essay will discuss the various forms of workplace discrimination, its...
How relevant are the topics of race, social injustice, and class in today’s society? It seems as though today’s society hasn’t changed much from that of past generations in terms of these three things. With the changing times you would expect other people’s thinking and...
Internalized racism represents a complex, seldom discussed facet of racial discourse, delicately balancing on the fine line that demarcates internal conflict and societal influence. This intricate phenomenon, wherein individuals adopt prejudicial beliefs against their own ethnic group, finds a compelling illustration in the character of...
During the latter half of the nineteenth century, the Radical Republicans wanted to finish what Emancipation started—more rights for Southern blacks—through Reconstruction. At the same time in the North, the working class faced many difficulties. Edward Bellamy tried providing a solution to the workers’ strife...
Environmental racism, a deeply rooted issue at the intersection of environmental degradation and social inequality, has gained increasing recognition as a significant challenge faced by marginalized communities. This essay delves into the complex phenomenon of environmental racism, examining its historical context, manifestations, and implications. By...
The purpose of this essay is to critique two scholarly sources suffered around the topic of trauma within law enforcement. This essay will provide examples of the different types of trauma law enforcement suffers from, coping mechanism, if there any, do law enforcement agencies offer...
Slavery is a dark chapter in the history of the United States that has had a lasting impact on the nation. The economic, social, and cultural repercussions of slavery continue to reverberate today, shaping the way we perceive race, inequality, and justice. This essay will...
I firmly believe that we have social injustice here on the Philippines because the treatment to each person here is different from each other. Let me mention first that there are 3 types of social injustice. Homophobia discrimination and ageism and these three are primary...
Crooks, also known as “crimping” or “locking,” is a technique used in various crafts, such as knitting, crochet, and hairdressing, to create a textured or decorative pattern. While crooks can add visual interest and complexity to a project, there are both pros and cons to...
The connection of Black magic to Blackness has been contingent on the narrative of race. Through a socially excepted concept like race, Black Magic tends to take the unforgotten and erased narrative. A concept that I have talked about extensively before is the idea of...
Introduction Racial formation theory, first outlined in 1986 by sociologists Michael Omi and Howard Winant, has become one of the most influential frameworks for understanding race and racism in the United States. Omi and Winant argue that race is not a fixed, biological category, but...
In Nigeria, light-skinned women are placed upon a high pedestal. Nigeria just loves and appreciates its light-skinned women. Like the caste system in India, granting privilege based on skin tone, Nigeria seems to be going through the same in a county where we all carry...
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is often hailed as a landmark legislation that transformed American society by prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This essay will delve into the historical context, major provisions, impact, and challenges of the Civil...