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Why we dislike, stereotype, and hate other groups and what to do about it...

  1. What is prejudice?

  2. What is racism?

  3. Why should we keep talking about prejudice and racism–aren't they on the way out? Hasn't there been so much change in society already?

  4. What can psychology tell us about prejudice, discrimination, and racism?

  5. So any difference can be the basis of prejudice?

  6. But do all stereotypes represent a way of feeling better about ourselves? Can't we hold stereotypes just because we have limited information or experience?

  7. But if the brain is so efficient at categorization, why doesn't experience correct inaccurate stereotypes?

  8. So stereotypes persist because we want them to?

  9. So, even if we wanted to, it would be impossible to change our prejudices?

  10. It sounds like a lot of work. Is it okay to harbor stereotypes if I just keep them to myself and treat everybody the same anyway?

  11. Is everybody prejudiced? Are some people more prejudiced than others? If so, how do they get that way?

  12. I understand it's important to deal with prejudice, but it makes me nervous talking about it.

  13. Speaking about black and white, what about racism? Why is it still such a hot issue in our society despite decades of progress?

  14. If race refers to groups of peoples with different histories and cultures, what is racism?

  15. I understand the importance of challenging my own prejudices, but I can't really take responsibility for the larger, macro-level institutional racism that you are describing. It's not my fault.

  16. Haven't we made progress on racism in this country in the last 30 or 40 years? Some people say we've done enough; it's time to give up thinking in terms of race because that's what's keeping racial divisions alive now.

  17. Ten Things You Can Do To Fight Prejudice and Racism

  18. A Sample of Groups Fighting Prejudice and Discrimination

  19. References

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