Multiculturalism
Discomfort With Multiculturalism Linked to Despair
New research points to a possible precursor to America's suicide and opioid epidemics.
The Environmental Case for Multiculturalism: What We Can Learn From 18th-Century America
Working toward a shared goal can help bond ethnic cultures together.
Research Suggests Exposure to Multiculturalism Prompts People to Inflate the Importance of Race
A new study finds promoting the philosophy can solidify the belief there are deep-seated, unalterable differences between races.
Why We Keep Failing to Pass Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Startling new research suggests that conservative opposition to immigration reform may have nothing to do with what’s presented in any legislative bill, but rather how small differences in the way we think about multiculturalism can alter broad attitudes.
Burqa Ban a Boundary to Multicultural Impulse?
France's newly enacted law banning face coverings in public reinforces the idea we explored last year that waves of multiculturalism are receding for now.
European Leaders Refine Stance on Immigration
With Tunisian refugees streaming north, Europe’s vanguard of cultural gatekeepers start to refine their message.
New Directions in Diversity — Toward Social Justice for All
The way Americans often squirm when terms like race and diversity are introduced suggests that even many best-intentioned approaches to these defining issues are all wrong.
Has 'Multiculturalism' Really Failed?
Germany's Angela Merkel stirred up a hornet's nest when she decried "multiculturalism," but that reaction suggests the hornets hadn't been paying attention.
Sparking Creativity Via Multiculturalism, Thinking Like a Child
Newly published research describes two innovative methods to inspire creativity: Compare and contrast different cultures, or think of yourself as a 7-year-old.
Improving Nutrition in Low-Income Neighborhoods
Can government incentives bring something besides fast food to South L.A.?
Too Much Multiculturalism, Not Enough Math?
A pair of researchers claim teachers' college curricula feature misplaced priorities they say helps explain the poor math skills of American students. Critics don't give the researchers even partial credit.