| Description |
x, 231 pages ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Difference discourse -- Identities as collective action -- "Cultural discrimination" -- The ends of anti-discrimination law |
| Summary |
"Richard Ford argues against law reform proposals that would attempt to apply civil rights protections to "cultural difference." Unlike many criticisms of multiculturalism, which worry about "reverse discrimination" or the erosion of core Western cultural values, the book's argument is primarily focused on the adverse effects of multicultural rhetoric and multicultural rights on their supposed beneficiaries." "The book argues that far from remedying discrimination and status hierarchy, "cultural rights" share the ideological presuppositions, and participate in the discursive and institutional practices, of racism, sexism, and homophobia. Ford offers specific examples in support of this thesis, in diverse contexts such as employment discrimination, affirmative action, and transracial adoption."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Multiculturalism.
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Intergroup relations.
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Multiculturalism -- Law and legislation.
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Discrimination -- Law and legislation.
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| LC no. |
2004041465 |
| ISBN |
0691119600 alkaline paper |
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