When we discuss racism, we frequently do it as if it were a factual reality, a fundamental characteristic of human nature and our societies. But it’s crucial to understand that racism is a social construct rather than a natural phenomenon. To be clear, social constructions are occurrences or categories that society has established and viewed …
The histories of privilege and oppression are intricately woven into the fabric of American history. Its effects can be seen in almost every aspect of society, including in the organizations that power the nation’s economy. These points where power and oppression meet still have an impact on workplace dynamics, frequently determining the opportunities open to …
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Author: Robert K. Green, Ph.D. Date: 3/28/2022 I have long been interested in the concept of emergence, especially as it applies to human beings; however, reviewing the literature can lead to some confusion regarding terminology and the development of conceptual frameworks. The literature is replete with articles and books that discuss emergence using physics and …