| Title | The relation between polyculturalism and intergroup attitudes among racially and ethnically diverse adults. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2012 |
| Authors | Rosenthal, Lisa, and Sheri R. Levy |
| Journal | Cultural diversity & ethnic minority psychology |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pagination | 1-16 |
| Date Published | 2012 Jan |
| ISSN | 1099-9809 |
| Keywords | Adult, Attitude, Continental Population Groups, Cultural Diversity, Ethnic Groups, Female, Group Processes, Humans, Male, Politics, Young Adult |
| Abstract | Research 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. |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.amepre.2009.08.027 |
| Alternate Journal | Cultur Divers Ethnic Minor Psychol |
