Modern Racism and Sexism

Question 1

Why was Modern Racism Theory Created?

Answer 1

Attitudes in prejudice were declining but self-report data shows that prejudice was still pervasive

Question 2

What is Modern Racism?

Answer 2

Overt and subtle, rationalized biases against minority groups; denial of continuing discrimination

Question 3

What are the key features of Modern Racism?

Answer 3

Denial of racism, opposition to race-based policies, justification of inequality, preference for color blindness

Question 4

What are examples of Modern Racism?

Answer 4

Hiring discrimination and opposition to affirmative action/DEI

Question 5

What are examples of Modern Sexism?

Answer 5

Workplace penalties for women being assertive, opposition to gender quotas.

Question 5

What is Modern Sexism?

Answer 5

Denial of gender inequality, resistance to gender policies, justification of gender roles, emphasis on gender neutrality