Residential Segregation in the United States

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This paper deals with the history of African-American residential segregation, such as how and why it began in the United States. It also discusses tactics used to perpetuate residential segregation and the continued sociological, economic and political effects that this practice has on African-Americans.

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"Racial residential segregation is a major social issue that has undergone extensive research. Within any major American city, one may find neighborhoods that are racially and ethnically homogenous. Some racial and ethnic groups may choose to live amongst people of similar backgrounds, but these patterns become a problem when the causes of the homogeneity stem from racism and discrimination. Although all racial ethnic groups are likely to experience residential segregation to a certain degree, segregation is higher for African Americans than for any other group. Residential segregation has been declining in recent years, but it remains a prevalent institution in society to this day. This leads one to ask the question, why does residential segregation still exist for African Americans and what are its continued effects on society?"

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