CRES Final

What are the three strands of everyday racism according to Essed?

Marginalization, problematization, and symbolic or physical repression.

What is the Weathering Hypothesis?

Chronic exposure to social and economic disadvantage leads to accelerated decline in physical health outcomes.

What does the Fair Housing Act of 1968 protect against?

Discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.

What is sexual racism?

Prioritizing individuals as romantic partners in a way that reinforces stereotypes and racial hierarchies.

What is an example of correspondence analysis in studying housing discrimination?

In France, profiles with North African-sounding names received fewer responses to rental inquiries.

What does the term 'crimmigration' refer to?

The intersection of immigration law and criminal law, where immigration enforcement resembles criminal law enforcement.

What is the primary intent of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1983 regarding undocumented people?

To protect undocumented individuals from discriminatory wage theft.

How does police culture impact the perception of crime?

It creates stereotypes that associate certain racial or ethnic groups with violence.

What are some benefits of using the audit study approach in employment discrimination research?

It provides statistical evidence of differential treatment and reveals hidden employer biases.

What is the significance of the 'great replacement theory'?

It suggests that non-white individuals are brought to replace white individuals in power.

What is institutional racism?

Discrimination entrenched in established laws or practices of institutions.

What is microaggression?

Subtle, often unintentional, negative comments or actions toward a marginalized group.

What does racial profiling mean?

Assuming characteristics or behaviors based on an individual's race.

What is white privilege?

Societal advantages that benefit white individuals over non-white individuals.

What does the term 'color-blind racism' refer to?

The belief that ignoring race leads to equality, despite ongoing racial inequalities.

What is systemic inequality?

Inequality resulting from established policies and practices that disadvantage certain groups.

What is an implicit bias?

Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding and decisions.

What are hate crimes?

Crimes motivated by prejudice against a person's race, ethnicity, religion, or other identity.

What is diversity training?

Programs designed to change attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs about diversity in the workplace.

What does the term 'affirmative action' refer to?

Policies aimed at improving opportunities for historically marginalized groups.