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The relation between polyculturalism and intergroup attitudes among racially and ethnically diverse adults.

TitleThe relation between polyculturalism and intergroup attitudes among racially and ethnically diverse adults.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2012
AuthorsRosenthal, Lisa, and Sheri R. Levy
JournalCultural diversity & ethnic minority psychology
Volume18
Issue1
Pagination1-16
Date Published2012 Jan
ISSN1099-9809
KeywordsAdult, Attitude, Continental Population Groups, Cultural Diversity, Ethnic Groups, Female, Group Processes, Humans, Male, Politics, Young Adult
AbstractResearch on intergroup ideologies (colorblindness, multiculturalism) has increased our understanding of intergroup attitudes. This article reports empirical tests of the relation between a newly studied ideology, polyculturalism (ideology focusing on interactions and connections among racial/ethnic groups), and intergroup attitudes. Across four studies (with racially/ethnically diverse U.S. undergraduates, and Black and White American adults), greater endorsement of polyculturalism was related to greater equality beliefs; appreciation for and comfort with diversity; willingness for intergroup contact; and endorsement of liberal immigration and affirmative action policies. Polyculturalism explained unique variance after controlling for colorblindness, multiculturalism, assimilation ideology, social dominance orientation, and right-wing authoritarianism. Implications and future directions of studying polyculturalism are discussed.
DOI10.1016/j.amepre.2009.08.027
Alternate JournalCultur Divers Ethnic Minor Psychol

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