Prejudice in the sense of prejudging someone on the basis of incomplete information before getting to know them is probably inevitable. We all take cognitive shortcuts and respond to new encounters at least somewhat on the basis of previous encounters that may or may not be adequately generalizable to the...

Abstract This paper will address one of the largest ills of society: racism, and how it has been a consistent force in American history since the inception of the country. Moreover, the paper will distinguish the differences between prejudice, racism and discrimination as an explanation as to why African Americans...

Despite America's bloody historical record, it is still known as the land of opportunity to many people both within and outside of its domestic borders. It may even be referred to as the land of the free. Perhaps it does deserve this colorful title when compared to the severe bondage...

Stimulus generalization: Take for example the coffee creamer. The store brand coffee creamer is available in similar flavors to that of International Delights creamer. The shape of the container is similar, as is the color of the bottle. They both have cups of coffee on the bottom with the representation...

Theoretical review Research reveals that Africans and Latinos are more harshly treated by the police and are given more cruel sentences in comparison to the white counterparts. In this case, the increase in Latino population, notably in the Southern States, comes with discrimination in the criminal justice system. Hypothesis: Working...