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ethnic group |
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ethnic groupSocial group or category of the population that, in a larger society, is set apart and bound together by common ties of language, nationality, or culture. Ethnic diversity, the legacy of political conquests and migrations, is one aspect of the social complexity found in most contemporary societies. The nation-state has traditionally been uneasy with ethnic diversity, and nation-states have often attempted to eliminate or expel ethnic groups. Most nations today practice some form of pluralism, which usually rests on a combination of toleration, interdependence, and separatism. The concept of ethnicity is more important today than ever, as a result of the spread of doctrines of freedom, self-determination, and democracy. See also culture contact; ethnic cleansing; ethnocentrism; race; racism. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Immigrants come here because they could not get a fair deal in their countries of origin with people of similar ethnic background running their countries. Articulate, 'reader friendly', informed and informative, "A Black Man Thinking, Volume 1 - Raising Children" is recommended reading for any parent, regardless of race, religion, ethnic background, or economic status, who seeks to have their children go out into the world equipt with the family values, ethics, character, and moral strength to succeed - especially when the time comes for them to raise families of their own. These results did not differ significantly according to age, gender or ethnic background. |
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