Sociology : Discussion

Respond to each prompt within the question. Your answer should be at least a page long and contain material gained through research.

This discussion will be active throughout the week, so be sure to visit and post frequently. Be sure to be honest, clear, and concise. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, in your responses. Remember that grammar is important when writing your posts.

Please answer the following questions:

• How much power do race and ethnicity play in our culture today? Do opportunities for majorities differ markedly from those for minorities?

• In an increasingly globalized marketplace, are ideas about race and ethnicity changing? If so, how so?

• Is the United States a multicultural society? If so, has this diversity strengthened or weakened us - both with regard to life within our borders and our place in the world?