Gilroy Ethnicity And Postcolonial Theory Flashcards
1
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Colonialism
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Fully or partially controlling, occupying and exploiting another country
2
Q
How has colonialism impacted modern society?
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Gilroy believes there are still strong echoes of colonialism in today’s society
Belief in a hierarchy that views white males as superior
These past beliefs, although ‘abandoned’ postc olonialism still shape political and social life
Minor communities are demonised by the media
3
Q
Ethnocentrism
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Belief that your ethnic group is superior to others
4
Q
Media’s impact
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Media demonises the black community
Creates fear of immigrants and criminalises African Americans
Implies they are incompatible with white British values
