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The United States of America (USA), commonly referred to as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a federal republic composed of 50 states, a federal district, five major territories and various possessions. The 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C., are in central North America between Canada and Mexico. The state of Alaska is in the northwestern part of North America and the state of Hawaii is an archipelago in the mid-Pacific. The territories are scattered about the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. At 3.8 million square miles (9.842 million km2) and with over 320 million people, the country is the world's third or fourth-largest by total area and the third most populous. It is one of the world's most ethnically diverse and multicultural nations, the product of large-scale immigration from many countries. The geography and climate of the United States are also extremely diverse, and the country is home to a wide variety of wildlife.
An ethnic group or ethnicity is a category of people who identify with each other based on common ancestral, social, cultural or national experience. Unlike most other social groups, ethnicity is primarily an inherited status. Membership of an ethnic group tends to be defined by a shared cultural heritage, ancestry, origin myth, history, homeland, language and/or dialect, symbolic systems such as religion, mythology and ritual, cuisine, dressing style, art, and physical appearance.
Ethnic groups, derived from the same historical founder population, often continue to speak related languages and share a similar gene pool. By way of language shift, acculturation, adoption and religious conversion, it is possible for some individuals or groups to leave one ethnic group and become part of another (except for ethnic groups emphasizing racial purity as a key membership criterion).
Ethnicity is often used synonymously with ambiguous terms such as nation or people.
Depending on which source of group identity is emphasized to define membership, the following types of (often mutually overlapping) groups can be identified:
The number of young Americans with mixed race and ethnicity is rising real fast in the United States. Many are going to college helping to bridge racial and ethnic divides on campuses nationwide. VOA's Todd Grosshans takes a closer look on the campus of the University of Maryland just outside Washington DC.
Race and ethnicity are socially defined categories that have an impact on cultural and social interactions. More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=4WIiConeatM By: Sydney Brown Visit us (http://www.khanacademy.org/science/healthcare-and-medicine) for health and medicine content or (http://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/mcat) for MCAT related content. These videos do not provide medical advice and are for informational purposes only. The videos are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen in any Khan ...
Total Playing Time = 50 minutes Part 1 - 8 minutes - Very basic narrated PowerPoint of James M. Henslin's Chapter 9 on Race and Ethnicity using slides and artwork provided by PEARSON Education, the publisher. Part 2 - 7 minutes - Short film on how we ourselves may display prejudice using BASIC INSTINCTS: What Would You Do" (ABC Primetime 12/27/2006). Part 3 - 13 minutes - Exercises using the PBS: Race - The Power of Illusion website. You are encouraged to visit the site yourself (http://www.pbs.org/race/000_General/000_00-Home.htm). Part 4 - 24 minutes - A discussion of where we are today cannot ignore our history. Here is a contemporary look using Coates' The Case for Reparations (discussions provided by Melissa Harris-Perry @ http://www.msnbc.com/melissa-harris-perry/watch/are-reparation...
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Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, defined by the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are of Hispanic or Latino origin (the only categories for ethnicity). The racial categories represent a social-political construct for the race or races that respondents consider themselves to be and "generally reflect a social definition of race recognized in this country." OMB defines the concept of race as outlined for the US Census as not "scientific or anthropological" and takes into account "social and cultural characteristics as well as ancestry", using "appropriate scientific methodologies"...
In which John talks about racism in the United States. The playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMs_JcuNozJb-5TJ3uuvqPzQVjO_XarED If you have suggestions for additions, let me know! SOURCES On average, black men's prison sentences are 20% longer than white men's for comparable crimes: http://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424127887324432004578304463789858002 Black people and white people use illegal drugs at similar rates, but black people are far more likely to be arrested for drug use: http://www.vox.com/2014/7/1/5850830/war-on-drugs-racist-minorities African Americans are far more likely to be stopped and searched (although the contraband hit rate is higher among white people) in California: http://articles.latimes.com/2008/oct/23/opinion/oe-ayres23 And in New York (where...
Most hate crimes in the United States target victims on the basis of race or ethnicity (for Federal purposes, crimes targeting Hispanics based on that identity are considered based on ethnicity). Leading forms of bias cited in the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, based on law enforcement agency filings are: anti-black, anti-Jewish, anti-white, anti-homosexual, and anti-Hispanic bias in that order in both 2004 and 2005. There are more hate crimes against whites than against Hispanics, Asians, American Indians, and multiracial groups - a statistically expected trend given that there far more whites than other ethnic groups put together. By contrast, the National Criminal Victimization Survey, finds that per capita rates of hate crime victimization varied little by race or ethnici...
President Barack Obama and his Republican rival Mitt Romney remain locked in a tight race just six weeks before polls close in the US presidential election. With over a billion dollars spent and countless campaign appearances, the outcome of the vote well hinge on support from minority groups in America's key battleground states. VIDEOGRAPHICS
The United States offers uncountable sights to the visitor, from the White House and the Capitolium in Washington through the skyscrapers of New York and the buildings of Chicago to the clay buildings of Santa Fe. The west, well known from the movies, awaits the visitors with wooden forts, the endless prairie, Indian villages and pueblos. Nature offers the visitor the Niagara Falls, the amazing red rocks of the Monument Valley, while the city of gambling, Las Vegas and the capital of movie making, Los Angeles shows the visitor a different side of the United States. Come along! -------------- Watch more travel videos ► http://goo.gl/HYQdhg Join us. Subscribe now! ► http://goo.gl/QHWi2p Be our fan on Facebook ► http://goo.gl/0xmbQk Follow us on Twitter ► http://goo.gl/334ln5 --------------...
Take a tour of United States - part of the World's Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Hi, this is your host, Naomi. I would like to show you the top 5 destinations of the United States. Number five: Boston, one of the most historic cities of the United States. It has some of the finest academic institutions and many quaint, charming neighborhoods. Number four: Los Angeles. See the famous Hollywood landmarks, shop alongside the rich and famous, and hang out with the locals at pristine beaches. Number three: Las Vegas. It's the entertainment capital of the world. On the famous strip, amidst the glitzy lights, you will find exciting casinos, dining, shows, and nightlife. Number two: San Francisco. The beautiful city is set in spectacular natural settings. World-famous landmarks...
✱ 56.234 Hotels in U.S.A - Lowest Price Guarantee ► http://goo.gl/Rdpbbv Travel video about destination USA - The West. The west of North America is full of amazing contrast and stretches from the pretentious world of the Hollywood glitterati to a landscape that is both natural and spectacular. This journey features some unique and impressive sights such as the historic rock settlements of the Native American Indians and fascinating salt deserts and volcanic areas.Los Angeles is synonymous with Hollywood and it was here that this amazing city attained worldwide fame. The Sidewalk Of Fame is covered with brass stars that bear the names of famous celebrities of both past and present. Universal Studios is the largest and most active film and television studio in the world as well as providin...
http://www.expedia.com/Washington.d178318.Destination-Travel-Guides Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital when you arrive at Washington, D.C. Your Washington, D.C. tour should start at the National Mall, where you’ll find monuments, memorials, and government buildings instead of tons of shopping. If you’d like to get around town easily but don’t want to rent a car, the Capital Bikeshare program will let you cruise around the city without wasting gas or getting stuck in traffic. Check out the Watergate Hotel and Kennedy Center when you stop at Foggy Bottom, then move on to Georgetown, the oldest district in D.C. It’s filled with 18th-century buildings and, of course, the university itself. After a stop at the National Cathedral, make your way to the Smithsonian National Zoo,...
http://bookinghunter.com Boston is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Massachusetts, officially the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. One of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston was founded on the Shawmut Peninsula in 1630 by Puritan colonists from England. The most important places to visit in Boston are: Boston Common (starting point for Freedom Trail, dating back to 1634, this central public park is loved by locals as well as visitors), Massachusetts State Building (given its gold dome, the state capital can not be missed. It is the seat of the Massachusetts government), Faneuil Hall (constructed in 1742, it has been an important meeting hall. Today there's a market that offers many places to eat and shop), Beacon Hill (a famous historical neighborhood of Boston,...
Travel guide to USA with sample pre-filled immigration forms and customs forms, specially for people flying to USA for the first time or apprehensive about taking a flight and going through immigration and customs procedures. Download a printable travel guide PDF file at http://www.path2usa.com/travel-guide-to-usa.
http://www.expedia.com/New-York.d178293.Destination-Travel-Guides New York City is an international metropolis built on the shoulders of immigrants and their descendants. New York City is home to eight million people, and the city receives more than 50 million visitors per year. Your New York City tour should include sampling the food of hundreds of different cultures, and you can explore the easily on foot, by taxi, or via the famous subway system. No New York sightseeing is complete without a visit to Times Square, which you’ve no doubt seen in many movies. Take in its billboards, its many people, and its food, then cross over to Central Park, which comprises 850 acres of lakes and meadows, and is the setting for many a romantic comedy. You also have your pick of art and history museu...
http://ultramodern-home.ru Top Tourist Attractions and beautiful places in Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Travel Guide New York, United States Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Tabernacle, Green-Wood Cemetery, Dumbo, New York Transit Museum, Williamsburg, Prospect Park, Brooklyn Botanic Garden
https://www.expedia.com/Philadelphia.d178297.Destination-Travel-Guides Welcome to Philadelphia, considered the birthplace of the United States. The Declaration of Independence was written and read publicly here in 1776. When you tour Philadelphia, you’ll get a sense of the history that permeates the city through its numerous monuments, symbols, and other landmarks, such as the First Bank of the United States and the warship USS Olympia. Don’t forget to stop by the Liberty Bell and the remains of the Eastern State Penitentiary, which housed notorious criminals like Al Capone. You don’t need a car to enjoy your Philadelphia sightseeing; take public transportation or rent a bike to explore the city streets at your leisure. Fairmount Park is the perfect place for a stroll, and if you’ve go...
Welcome to Houston, Texas, one of the largest cities in the United States. Once an outpost in the Old West, Houston is now a down-to-earth metropolis, boasting a tremendous shipping and energy industry, as well as plenty of culture. Kick off your Houston tour at Discovery Green, a 12-acre park tucked beneath the city’s skyscrapers. You’ll find public art and plenty of space to picnic or go for walks. Houstoners take pride in their various parks, museums, and open spaces, like the Houston Arboretum, where you can go birdwatching, learn about green living, and hike the trails to explore local wildlife. Speaking of exploring, your Houston sightseeing should include a trip to the USS Texas., This battleship served in two World Wars and now stands guard as a museum on the Buffalo Bayou. H...
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Total Playing Time = 50 minutes Part 1 - 8 minutes - Very basic narrated PowerPoint of James M. Henslin's Chapter 9 on Race and Ethnicity using slides and artwork provided by PEARSON Education, the publisher. Part 2 - 7 minutes - Short film on how we ourselves may display prejudice using BASIC INSTINCTS: What Would You Do" (ABC Primetime 12/27/2006). Part 3 - 13 minutes - Exercises using the PBS: Race - The Power of Illusion website. You are encouraged to visit the site yourself (http://www.pbs.org/race/000_General/000_00-Home.htm). Part 4 - 24 minutes - A discussion of where we are today cannot ignore our history. Here is a contemporary look using Coates' The Case for Reparations (discussions provided by Melissa Harris-Perry @ http://www.msnbc.com/melissa-harris-perry/watch/are-reparation...
Driving Downtown - New York City New York USA - Episode 46. [A Tour of Broadway] Starting Point: Broadway - https://goo.gl/maps/exczKCuq3nt . End Point: https://goo.gl/maps/zDyQScjotgR2 . Most of Route - Broadway. The City of New York, often called New York City, New York, or simply The City, is the most populous city in the United States. Located at the southern tip of the state of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, one of the most populous urban agglomerations in the world. With an estimated 2015 population of 8.5 million, New York is also the most densely populated major city in the United States. A global power city, New York City exerts a significant impact upon commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainm...
Greg Johnson interviews the legendary hacker and internet troll Andrew “Weev” Auernheimer. Topics discussed include: Weev’s life, education, and awakening White slavery White genocide Why racial tension is based on experience rather than ignorance Religion: from Christianity to Odinism (as a protest vote) Christian Identity The claim that he is of Jewish descent His ethnic background His exile from the United States His life in Abkhazia Weev’s printer prank Weev’s RACE method of conversion The importance of quantitative methods for testing our message Memes and the far Right Millennials Opera and classical music The importance of technology for White Nationalism John Robb’s Global Guerrillas and Brave New War: The Next Stage of Terrorism and the End of Globalization http://www.counter-cur...
This keynote debate titled "What should be the role of affirmative action in higher education admissions?" explores some of the most contentious issues in education today. Speakers include Randall L. Kennedy, a distinguished legal scholar at Harvard Law School and author of numerous books on race and the law; and Linda Chavez, the chairman of the Center for Equal Opportunity, the nation’s only conservative think tank that focuses on issues of race and ethnicity. The debate is moderated by Janet Steverson, Douglas K. Newell Professor of Teaching Excellence, Lewis & Clark Law School, and chair of Lewis & Clark committee on diversity and inclusion. Abstract: Should colleges and universities consider an applicant’s stated race or ethnicity when selecting students for admission? For the p...
Dr. Jennifer Stollman of the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation discusses the history of race relations in the United States of America. She also shares various techniques designed to breakdown ethnic and racial barriers - utilizing education and dialogue. The presentation took place on February 4, 2016, on the campus of Oakwood University in Huntsville, Alabama.
In this show, viewers are given a firsthand look at the Tiny Rascals Gang based in California. Tiny Rascal Gang (or frequently spelled as Tiny Raskal Gang) is a Long Beach, California based Asian American street gang and organized crime group. The gang originated among fellow Cambodian immigrants to the United States. TRG considered to be the largest Asian American street gang in the United States. Most members are of Cambodian descent, but some members consist of other Asian ethnic groups and other races. History In 1975, after the fall of Saigon, California started receiving its first Cambodian refugees. As with many refugee groups, ethnicity and limited English speaking ability helped create a barrier that isolated the refugee group from society. These groups initially are not well ...
Racism and ethnic discrimination in the United States has been a major issue since the colonial era and the slave era. Legally sanctioned racism imposed a heavy burden on Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latin Americans. European Americans (particularly Anglo Americans) were privileged by law in matters of literacy, immigration, voting rights, citizenship, land acquisition, and criminal procedure over periods of time extending from the 17th century to the 1960s. Many non-Protestant European immigrant groups, particularly Jews, Irish people, Poles and Italians among others, suffered xenophobic exclusion and other forms of discrimination in American society. Major racially and ethnically structured institutions included slavery, Indian Wars, Native American reservat...
What Is at Stake for Racial and Ethnic Justice in 2016? Stronger Together, Making America Great Again Brett Johnson Solomon, Anthony Hazard, Cruz Medina, & William O'Neill S.J. October 5, 2016 Santa Clara University What implications do “make America great again” or being “stronger together” have on racial and ethnic justice for the common good? The Bannan Institutes Racial and Ethnic Justice Faculty Collaborative will host a panel discussion that explores the role of race and ethnicity in the current presidential campaigns. The panel will also explore the potential implications of the 2016 election on racial and ethnic justice, and reflect on the broader contemporary politics of race in the United States.
You need to hear this. Please join us for a Google Hangout, as we begin discussing an issue that is extremely vast, multi-dimensional, and closer to home than you think. Predators are enslaving and trafficking human beings right under our noses, and no ethnicity, race or social class is exempt. In the United States, Miami is the number three hub for this activity – behind New York and Los Angeles. Technology and social media, as tools, have both facilitated trafficking activities and helped to prevent or combat them. You need to learn how technology and social media are being used by traffickers so that you may recognize the dangers around you, guard against them and protect your loved ones. My guests are Miami-Dade County Prosecutor Brenda Mezick, University of Miami Law Professor Mary ...
Tired eyes
Closed for days
There's no regret
'Cause there's no place
I don't know
What I believe
But if I feel safe
What do I need
A home
A home
A home
Revolution
Revolution
Revolution blues
What will they do
Revolution
Revolution
Revolution blues
What will they do to me
What will they do to me
What will they do to me
What will they do to me
Dulcet tongues
Whisper fast
The future yearns
Right now's the past
Rouse me soon
The end draws nigh
Who's side are you on
Your blood you cannot buy
Revolution
Revolution
Revolution blues
What will they do
Revolution
Revolution
Revolution blues
What will they do to you
Well I
I feel alright
So tonight
I got to ask you why
Why deny it
It's no surprise
I've got to survive
Freedom shines the light ahead
I'll lead the last charge to bed
I said my last rights
I don't have to run scared no more
Fight
I wanna fight
I wanna fight a revolution
Tonight
I wanna fight
I wanna fight a revolution
Tonight
At the light
At the light
Do you wanna watch me die
Let me be something good
Let me prove something real like I should
Let me embrace every single living thing