Focusing on the socially explosive concept of race and how it has affected human interactions; this work examines the social and scientific definitions of race; the implementation of racialized policies and practices; the historical and contemporary manifestations of the use of race in shaping social interactions within U.S. society and elsewhere; and where our notions of race will likely lead.bull; Addresses a poignant topic that is always controversial; relevant; and addressed in mainstream and social mediabull; Examines the various socio-historical factors that contribute to our understanding of race as a concept; enabling readers to appreciate how "definitions" of race are complex; confusing; contradictory; controversial; and imprecisebull; Inspects contemporary manifestations of race in the United States with regard to specific contexts; such as the quest for U.S. citizenship; welfare services; the legislative process; capitalism; and the perpetuation of racial stereotypes in the media
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