racism presentation
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RacismTRANSCRIPT
Ms. Spooner’s class
Racism - 差別 an illusional tumor of our modern society.
What Is Racism?
Racism is a prejudicious conception that
categorizes one race as intrinsically superior or
better than another.
History
✤ Slavery was the pre-formation of racism
✤ Slavery existed in ancient Egypt (5,000 years ago)
✤ When humans began to build greater civilizations, also greater in size and structure, people were categorized to each social class.
✤ Countries like India and Japan had formed distinctive caste systems, which harshly restricted the advantages of those in lower class.
History
✤ Black descendants and former slaves began to settle down as slavery lost its power over black people.
✤ Despite their eloquent speeches and elaborate protests, black people were continuously seen as inferior to other races. ‘
✤ Racism is still stretching its tenacious roots in our society today.
✤ Racism still exists on the internet and other web forums.
✤ Many racist jokes and pranks are posted on the internet, available for anyone any time asking to join their racist group.
Causes
✤ Stereotypes
✤ Skin color, religion, culture, political party
✤ History
✤ Slavery (Egypt, U.S.A, etc.), Imperialism, Genocide
Solutions
✤ Spread Awareness
✤ Write articles, make films, posters
✤ Accept other cultures, religions, and ethnic groups
✤ Make it illegal for any country to not hire or fire people because of their religion, culture, or ethnic group
Recognized Racists
✤ Adolf Hitler
✤ George W. Bush
✤ Abraham Lincoln
✤ Nelson Mandela
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Black
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