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2 Homework questions Question 1 "Introduction" written by Maurianne Adams: An examination of oppression, social justice, and identity is laid out in the first chapter. Getting to the meat of the matter is laying the groundwork for what comes later in the readings. Identity and the value of considering other points of view are fundamental ideas. Adams says that people should be skeptical of their own biases and the systems in which they live. Adams states, " Social justice involves both vision and practice: the ability to imagine alternatives to what is and the ability to work for those alternatives ." That is why it is so important to cultivate a society that recognizes and combats structural inequality; this is the general message. "Who Am I?: The Complexity of Identity" by Beverly Daniel Tatum: To a large extent, Tatum explores racial identity and its complexities. Statum (2000) argues that oversimplified classifications fail to capture the complex identity structure. The complexity theme highlights the complexity of identity and social systems' influence on individuals. When Tatum says, " identity is multidimensional ," he wants his audience to think about how society has shaped their identities. According to Kirk and Okazawa-Rey in "Identities and Social Locations," identities are fluid and interrelated. They argue that one must grasp one's social status to understand societal authority. Added, " Our social locations, in terms of race, class, gender, sexuality, age, ability, and other social categories, shape who we are and who we can become ." As writers highlight the interconnection of social categories, readers are prompted to consider their identities and pros and cons (Kirk & Okazawa-Rey, 2006). Article "Five Faces of Oppression" by Iris Young: We encounter numerous manifestations of daily oppression in this novel. Iris Young lists assault, cultural imperialism, exploitation, marginalization, and impotence. This author strives to convey a solid understanding of oppression. Young's study focuses on social injustice across groups (Young, 2008). The essay emphasizes certain features, such as " Professionals are privileged about nonprofessionals " and " Nearly all if not all, groups said by contemporary social movements to be oppressed suffer cultural imperialism ." The message stresses that oppression is complex

3 and impacts different groups in diverse but interconnected ways. Therefore, social justice requires a comprehensive approach. In her book "Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack," Peggy McIntosh explores white privilege's subtle but pervasive effects on white people's daily lives. By adding, " I can turn on the television or open to the front page of the paper and see people of my race widely represented ," McIntosh highlights these benefits. To make a point, she shows the unfair benefits of whiteness, which are often overlooked (McIntosh & Privilege, 1989). By highlighting white people's hidden advantages, the novel encourages readers to consider their privileges and how they contribute to systemic inequity. Question 2 A concept of privilege and its ubiquitous existence within societal institutions is examined in "The Social Construction of Difference," by Allan G. Johnson. The topic concerns the unspoken benefits some groups receive because of their gender, color, or disability (Johnson, 2013). The way privilege works is outlined by Johnson, who says that it occurs when members of one group are given advantages over members of another based on their group identities rather than on their actual behavior . Loan approvals, automobile costs, access to good schools and healthcare, and the lack of racial stereotypes and scrutiny are just a few examples of the many ways in which white privilege is on display in his examples. Also, he shows how those who are not impaired typically have an easier time navigating life without the discrimination and obstacles that people with impairments confront. Wing Derald Sue's "Microaggressions, Marginality, and Oppression: An Introduction" explores how microaggressions, which are tiny yet mighty, contribute to the perpetuation of oppression. The key is to bring attention to these subtle, fleeting, and frequent verbal or behavioral slights that marginalize people because of their social identities (Sue, 2010). According to Sue, microaggressions help keep minority groups in a hostile environment by reinforcing preconceptions. He argues that " Microaggressions communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative messages to target persons based solely upon their marginalized group

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4 membership ." For a more inclusive and equitable society, Sue stresses, it is crucial to recognize and combat these microaggressions. Question 3 In his book "The Social Construction of Difference," Allan G. Johnson explores the idea of socially created reality, specifically emphasizing gender and race. Johnson cites the United States' historical " one-drop rule " to illustrate how racial categorizations were frequently arbitrary and used to maintain wealth and power . As the reading illustrates, privilege occurs when one group enjoys an advantage that other groups do not, and this advantage is dependent on the members' group identities (Johnson, 2013). Johnson emphasizes the ubiquitous aspect of white privilege by citing numerous examples, such as loan approvals and beliefs about national heroes. The reading encourages readers to consider how they are privileged and calls for a new definition of "privilege" to promote tolerance and understanding. In her essay "Five Faces of Oppression," Iris Marion Young examines the complex nature of oppression and proposes five characteristics: exploitation, marginalization, impotence, cultural imperialism, and violence. Contrary to a reductionist approach that categorizes oppression into discrete institutions for each group, Young maintains that " these criteria serve as objective measures to identify whether individuals or groups are oppressed ." According to Young (2008), the criteria can be used to assess allegations of oppression and to compare how various groups perceive oppression. Young notes that oppression is multifaceted and that various groups may experience it differently. Without oversimplifying or reducing oppression to a single scale, the reading stresses the need to understand and evaluate it.

5 References Johnson, A. G. (2013). The social construction of difference. Readings for diversity and social justice, pp. 15– 21. Kirk, G., & Okazawa-Rey, M. (2006). Identities and social locations: Who am I? Who are my people? American Identities: An introductory textbook, 9-15. McIntosh, P., & Privilege, W. (1989). Unpacking the invisible knapsack. Peace and freedom, 49, 10–12. Sue, D. W. (2010). Microaggressions, marginality, and oppression: An introduction. Tatum, B. D. (2000). The complexity of identity: Who am I. Readings for diversity and social justice, 2, 5–8. Young, I. M. (2008). Five faces of oppression. In Geographic thought (pp. 55–71). Routledge.

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