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reflective, intentional and constructionist
Theories of Representation
the meanings are never fully fixed
intentional
preconceived judgment based on limited information social norm- ex. smog
Prejudice
a system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
Ideology
meaning is produced by ex. author artist
constructionist
refers to the specific, taken-for-granted advantages associated with being in a majority status (racial, ethnic, class, gender, etc.)
ex: may involve ignoring the subtle, indirect forms of racism that still permeate society.
privileges usually invisible to those who they benefit
Invisible Knapsack of Privilege
the process by which those who are in power and ideas that are in power stay in power/ not questioned/ power is not seen through force but maintains consent through images and other objects.
hegemony
a system of advantage based on race
Racism
the way knowledge (not just meaning) is produced and the way things are talked about. ex trump and how he talks about the wall
Discourse
blatant going along with the white supremacy
Active Racism
knowing that someone waving is saying high to you
reflective
holding on to prejudice and not doing anything about it
Passive Racism