Continuous racism Flashcards
(5 cards)
What is political racism?
Examples include the Smethwick Campaign (1963) and Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’ speech (1968)
Political racism refers to the use of political rhetoric or actions to promote racial discrimination or anti-immigrant sentiments.
What significant event is associated with popular racism in the 1970s?
The National Front gains momentum
The National Front was a far-right political party in the UK that gained support during this period, promoting anti-immigrant and nationalist sentiments.
how did institutional racism manifest?
Manifested through police brutality and negligence
Institutional racism refers to the policies and practices within institutions that, intentionally or unintentionally, result in the unequal treatment of individuals based on race.
What were the 1981 Uprisings a response to?
Widespread police brutality and systemic racism
The uprisings were a series of riots in various cities in the UK, primarily driven by frustrations over police treatment and social inequality.
What tragic events in 1985 highlighted issues of institutional racism?
The murder of Cynthia Jarrett and Joy Gardener
These incidents raised significant public awareness and outrage regarding police conduct and the treatment of minority communities.
