Description: A theoretically informed and empirical exploration of the diversity, depth, and significance of racial and ethnic relations in the U.S., this book is organized by racial-ethnic groups" rather then by issues. Drawing heavily on a broad range of research sources -- that dig deep into the "what, "" "why, "" and "how"" of racial and ethnic oppression and conflict -- it examines 15 major racial and ethnic groups" with regard to their incorporation, economic circumstances, political development, and experience with exploitation -- with special reference to the assimilation and power conflict (theoretical) perspectives. Covers a comprehensive new theory of racial oppression; increasing demographic concentration of people of color; racism; issues of racial change; and housing discrimination & segregation.

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