Why is this?
Definition of social structure: in sociology, stable arrangement of institutions whereby human beings in a society interact and live together. Social structure is often treated together with the concept of social change, which deals with the forces that change the social structure and the organization of society. (Dictionary.com)
The social structure at the time was one in which Blacks belonged in the bottom of the pyramid, whites at the top. Blacks were associated with being poor, inferior, and basically useless. Only a very small part of them were successful or rich, but still definitely not considered equal. Why?
Because society bases it's opinions on stereotypes. Blacks were supposed to be useless and inferior so every time they saw a black person they'd consider them exactly this.
Now, many people think thats all in the past but it really isn't. In the U.S. and probably in more places around the world if a white person and a black person are both applying for a job the employer is most likely to accept the white person. Why? Because stereotypes stick.
There has been social change since organization has varied tremendously with the years and segregation is no longer an issue, but this doesn't mean that people are still treated as equals. If it's not discrimination against blacks it's against women and if it's not this it's against gay rights, etc.
Will there ever be a change in the way people view those surrounding them? In the way they constantly judge or create false labels that lead to stereotypes?
No comments:
Post a Comment