My American friend sent me this. To be honest I find it kinda weird how in America you have to choose your race when it comes to almost everything Including Job applications. I mean that shouldn’t Matter in my opinion 😅It should be either citizen or non citizen. But Anyways, what I find weirder is why are Arabs and middle eastern people are classified as “white” ? (genuinely asking)
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Race and ethnicity are different classifications. "Race” is usually associated with biology and linked with physical characteristics such as skin color or hair texture. “Ethnicity” is linked with cultural expression and identification. Both are social constructs.
In America, the question is asked to provide information to maintain equal hiring practices.
It should be noted, the question of race is almost always optional and doesn't have to be answered.
