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You can help end illegal discrimination in academia

Heterodox STEM • 249 implied HN points • 16 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. Discrimination in academics based on race is illegal, and institutions can lose federal funding for such practices. It is crucial for schools to treat all students equally, regardless of race.
  2. Programs that claim to be neutral might still discriminate if they are influenced by race. Institutions cannot use indirect ways to favor or disadvantage students based on their race.
  3. If you see discrimination in education, it's important to report it. You can file a complaint with the Department of Education, and there are ways to do this anonymously for safety.

Two more random studies I found interesting

Samstack • 807 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
🔬 Science Discrimination
  1. Support for right-wing parties may increase after right-wing terrorist attacks, contrary to previous evidence on political violence.
  2. Discrimination against women for jobs historically held by men has been non-existent since 2009, but there may still be bias in favor of female applicants.
  3. Meta-analyses, like the one discussed, offer valuable insights when designed carefully and with expert input to avoid bias.

The Noble Truth of the Model Minority

Bet On It • 543 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Discrimination
  1. The concept of the model minority myth oversimplifies complex issues of race, class, and discrimination, potentially leading to misunderstandings and neglect of obstacles faced by minority groups
  2. The model minority myth can be a divisive tool, used to either maintain white supremacy or challenge it by showcasing counterexamples
  3. Critics argue that the model minority myth, despite being labeled a 'myth', may hold elements of truth as a socially harmful revelation rather than a complete falsehood

"Settlers"-style discourse will never benefit Palestinians

White Hot Harlots • 39 implied HN points • 15 Apr 24
🌍 World Politics Discrimination
  1. Identity politics often simplify issues into 'good' and 'bad' based on markers, hindering a holistic understanding of history and social dynamics
  2. The 'Settlers' discourse polarizes people into morally 'good' and 'bad' categories based on historical identities, restricting nuanced perspectives
  3. Reacting to racial disparities by promoting extreme identity-based hierarchies can oversimplify complex historical conflicts and hinder progress towards a more equitable society

Open Letter to Insurance Companies re: BMI-Based Incentives/Penalties

Weight and Healthcare • 339 implied HN points • 27 Jul 22
🏥 Health Politics Discrimination
  1. Charging more for health insurance based on metrics like BMI can create financial inequalities and harm marginalized groups.
  2. BMI is not an accurate measure of health as people with the same BMI can have different health statuses.
  3. BMI-based incentives/penalties can potentially decrease health, disproportionately affecting People of Color and those with lower socioeconomic status.
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Diversity in college admissions devoid of meaning

Bruce Fein's Pioneering Lyceum • 117 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is unsure about the meaning of 'diversity' in college admissions favoring racial minorities.
  2. Race is not a unique proxy for a diverse perspective, as viewpoints are not inherited characteristics, and people of all races have overlapping ideologies.
  3. Using diversity in college admissions to justify racial preferences is based on a flawed assumption that all members of minority races think alike, lacking evidence of superior academic outcomes.

Dude, where's my bigot?

Situation Normal • 109 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. People can often bring personal complaints and biases into casual conversations. It's surprising how quickly a simple chat can turn into a discussion about racism and discrimination.
  2. Maintaining professionalism can be challenging when faced with someone's offensive views. Sometimes, it's better to politely disengage than to confront someone who's unlikely to listen.
  3. Humor and absurdity can be found in daily life, even in uncomfortable situations. Finding ways to cope with odd interactions can help you deal with them better.

Amid Suburban Riots in France, Some Brief Thoughts on Their Potential Roots

Paris Unlocked Newsletter • 119 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Discrimination
  1. Riots and demonstrations have broken out in Paris due to frustration, poverty, and discrimination.
  2. There is intense political polarization in France around issues of policing and order.
  3. Understanding the roots of violent protest does not excuse the violence but helps in comprehending the conditions that lead to such responses.

Weight Stigma In Practice - The Gynecologist Should Not Be A BYOS Party

Weight and Healthcare • 299 implied HN points • 19 Feb 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Discrimination
  1. Fat patients often face weight stigma in healthcare, being denied proper equipment and care based on their body size.
  2. Healthcare facilities should provide equitable care for patients of all sizes, including having necessary equipment like speculums and blood pressure cuffs.
  3. Fat patients deserve the same quality of care as thinner patients, without discrimination based on their body size.

Ageism, Part I: Hate Speech

Ladyparts • 339 implied HN points • 27 Jan 22
🎭️ Culture Discrimination
  1. Rising ageism leads to real and systemic harm, yet remains a tolerated form of discrimination.
  2. The impact of hate speech related to ageism can be hurtful and disrespectful, causing emotional distress.
  3. Online interactions and satire about generational differences can escalate to offensive and derogatory comments, highlighting the prevalence of age-related discrimination.

The Discrimination Paradox

Unsafe Science • 91 implied HN points • 23 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. People can experience discrimination even if it happens very rarely. For example, studies show that something like 36% more callbacks were given to White job applicants compared to Black ones, even though only a small number of actual discriminatory acts occurred.
  2. There are different ways to look at discrimination: one way focuses on how often discrimination happens in actions, and another looks at the overall impact on people's experiences. This can make it seem like there are contradictions in findings about discrimination.
  3. Small amounts of discrimination can still have a big effect, especially in competitive situations. Even if discrimination happens infrequently, it can lead to significant problems for those affected, such as fewer job opportunities.

Bias in Admissions and Hiring

Cremieux Recueil • 175 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Discrimination
  1. Bias in admissions and hiring is a significant issue, especially in areas like India and Bangladesh.
  2. Using unbiased testing is essential to reduce discrimination in the selection process for students and employees.
  3. Subjective selection methods can be biased and unreliable, making tests a more objective and fair alternative.

Diversity Goals Imply Quality Trade-Offs

Cremieux Recueil • 132 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. Diversity goals can lead to compromising organizational operations and contradict the idea of rewarding based on contributions.
  2. Affirmative action initiatives may end up favoring less talented individuals over more qualified candidates from minority populations.
  3. Recruiting a highly talented and diverse workforce can be challenging due to the small number of gifted individuals from low-performing populations.

How Would Booker T. Washington View Civil Rights and Social Justice?

Journal of Free Black Thought • 49 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. Booker T. Washington advocated for black self-sufficiency and economic empowerment.
  2. Washington believed in achieving progress through internal growth and skill rather than external forces like government intervention.
  3. Washington's principles on self-reliance and autonomy contrast with the modern social justice movement's emphasis on victimhood and political support.

Woke Racism

The Carousel • 28 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. The concept of 'woke racism' highlights situations where discrimination occurs under the guise of being progressive or equitable.
  2. The text discusses how certain corporations, like Google, have faced criticism for discriminatory practices towards white individuals, despite claims of promoting diversity and inclusivity.
  3. There is a criticism of the idea that anti-racism can sometimes exhibit behaviors that are essentially racist, such as discriminating against individuals based on their race.

Too Much Labor

Some Unpleasant Arithmetic • 9 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. There is a gender pay gap, with women earning less, especially in high-income countries.
  2. The gender wage gap narrows when factors like education and work experience are considered.
  3. Motherhood and domestic responsibilities contribute significantly to the gender pay gap.

On Fairness

PseudoFreedom • 2 HN points • 08 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. There is no universal definition of fairness, what is fair to one person may not be fair to another.
  2. Resources are limited, not everyone can have everything they want all the time.
  3. There are inherent differences in people, leading to inevitable competition for limited resources and winners and losers.

Where I stand on libertarianism

In My Tribe • 1 HN point • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination
  1. Favorite libertarian policies include school choice, free trade, small government, deregulation, and women's choice on abortion.
  2. Issues where the author disagrees with libertarian views are total passivity in foreign policy, open borders, privatization of security, drug legalization, and taking order for granted.
  3. The author has mixed views on non-profits and discrimination, leaning towards skepticism of non-profits and preferring a focus on treating people as individuals.

One of the Biggest Stories in Golf Happened this Month and Nobody Noticed

Wigs on the Green • 0 implied HN points • 23 May 23
🎾 Sports Discrimination
  1. Pine Valley Golf Club settled a discrimination lawsuit with New Jersey regarding violations of civil rights laws.
  2. Major golf publications like Golf Magazine and Golf Digest have been largely silent on the controversy.
  3. The issue highlights the problems of access journalism, lack of criticism towards exclusive clubs, and the impact on golf culture.

Examining the Problem of Racism on Medium.com

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 16 Dec 22
🎭️ Culture Discrimination
  1. Some Black writers on Medium may get away with racism by framing discrimination as personal perspective or opinion, rather than bigotry.
  2. Racism has been normalized in popular culture, allowing Black writers to make racist jokes or comments without facing consequences.
  3. Certain Black writers use their race as an excuse for making discriminatory remarks, hiding behind free speech while avoiding criticism.

What Covid can teach us about entrepreneurship?

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 21
💼 Business Discrimination
  1. Covid-19 led to shifts in entrepreneurial opportunities, with some ventures thriving (like online businesses) while others struggled (like physical stores).
  2. The pandemic allowed for some individuals to reevaluate their career paths and possibly pursue entrepreneurial endeavors, especially due to the pause it enforced and the time it provided for reflection.
  3. Research indicates that discrimination in lending markets may have made it difficult for certain neighborhoods, particularly those with higher proportions of black residents, to secure loans for new business ventures.