The Propaganda of Racism

Connie Morris

ISBN 13: 9798823326117

Published by Cognella Academic Publishing Dez 2024, 2024

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Neuware - In The Propaganda of Racism, Connie Morris unpacks the powerful forces shaping society's beliefs about race. This work examines racism as a social construct-a concept society has created rather than one based on biological fact-and reveals its pervasive influence across domains like education, politics, religion, and media. Through vivid examples, Morris highlights how propaganda-deliberately biased information designed to sway public opinion-reinforces these racial constructs, upholding systemic inequalities.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Propaganda of Racism
• Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing Dez 2024
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798823326117
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 254W x 203H x 11D millimeters 254 millimeters width by 203 millimeters height by 11 millimeters depth
• Weight: 413 grams

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Synopsis

In The Propaganda of Racism, Connie Morris unpacks the powerful forces shaping society's beliefs about race. This work examines racism as a social construct–a concept society has created rather than one based on biological fact–and reveals its pervasive influence across domains like education, politics, religion, and media. Through vivid examples, Morris highlights how propaganda–deliberately biased information designed to sway public opinion–reinforces these racial constructs, upholding systemic inequalities.

Each chapter takes readers into a different societal sphere, providing historical context, essential terminology, and thought-provoking questions that encourage critical reflection and meaningful engagement. The Propaganda of Racism serves as a vital resource for students and educators in social sciences, criminology, and ethnic studies, offering strategies to dismantle harmful racial narratives and foster dialogue on racial justice. This essential work inspires hope for a more equitable future.

About the Author

Connie M. Morris, M.S. is the founder of Morris Bias Initiatives LLC and a former law enforcement officer. She held numerous roles, including field training officer, special response officer, drug enforcement officer, and more. Her contributions extended to teaching Police Academy courses on cultural competence patrol operations and police procedures. Morris holds a Master of Science in criminal justice administration from Ferris State University and authored a groundbreaking thesis titled "What is Missing from Police Implicit Bias Training," laying the foundation for Rethinking Implicit Bias Training. With her diverse expertise, she strives to advance equitable practices in the criminal justice system.