Big Question: What is racism?  After reading Chapter 5, you should have a better understanding of how race is culturally constructed and thus how notions of race can vary from culture to culture. You should also have a new understanding of the difference between individual racism and institutional racism. Both forms of racism have had a profound influence on the development of modern American culture, but individual racism often receives more attention in the media.

Assignment: Research ONE the examples of racial violence, including the deaths of Eric Garner, Tamir Rice, and Alton Sterling, and consider how institutional racism may have played a role in the deaths of these men.Using the discussion board in HuskyCT:

Consider the incidents surrounding how these men died, and discuss what role institutional racism may have played in their death. This a sensitive topic, so be sure to choose your words carefully!
You should also incorporate more current examples of racial violence in recent weeks: George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others, as well as anything else that resonates with you.  Include any sources that you use in your post.

Word Count Requirement:

First Post (400 words)  
Replies (250 words)