Information on racial discrimination

Racial discrimination has existed since ancient times, but its modern form began in primitive accumulation of capital's time and still exists in some parts of the world. This phenomenon is caused by the reactionary ruling class advocating and spreading the theory of racial superiority and racial hatred by means of legislation and administration. Racial discrimination is an insult to human dignity and has been repeatedly condemned by international public opinion and international organizations. 1973165438+1On October 30th, the United Nations adopted the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid, which clearly declared once again that any organization, institution or individual that practices apartheid is a crime and should bear international responsibility.

Racial discrimination (racial discrimination) contempt between races. The ruling class divides people's social status and legal status according to the characteristics of race and nation, and treats other races with hostility, persecution and inequality. The product of class exploitation system. Racial discrimination began in the Roman Empire. Its modern form began in the primitive accumulation period of capitalism, mainly including deprivation of voting rights, education rights and other rights, suppression of wages, arbitrary arrest, torture and even killing, and forced restrictions on living in "reserved areas". So far, racial discrimination is widespread in many capitalist countries.

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The manifestations of racial discrimination are openness, legality, concealment and practicality. In South Africa, racial discrimination is manifested in apartheid, which is the basic national policy of white racists and has a history of more than 300 years. In the past half century, the white racist authorities have promulgated more than 100 racial discrimination laws. Blacks and Indians in America, aborigines in Oceania, former colonial immigrants in Europe, ethnic minorities and foreign workers, "tribesmen" and caste groups in Asia are all victims of today's racial discrimination.

1963165438+1October 20th, the United Nations Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination declared for the first time that all racial discrimination in the world should be eliminated quickly. 1On March 7, 966, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, which stipulates that all racial discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of political, economic, social, cultural or public life (such as transportation, hotels, restaurants, cafes, theaters, parks, etc.). States parties are obliged to prevent, prohibit and eliminate all forms of racial discrimination, especially racial segregation and apartheid, and to ensure that everyone, regardless of race or nationality, has the right to equality before the law. Anyone who spreads ideas of racial superiority or hatred, incites racial discrimination, and incites and carries out violence against any race or nation is a crime and should be punished according to law.

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[1] Racial discrimination refers to the act of dividing people into different social classes and treating them differently according to race. The policy of apartheid legalizes discrimination, but it is often implemented without legalization. In 2003, researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Chicago found that there was widespread racial discrimination in the recruitment of local work units. A candidate whose name is "Sounds black" will get an interview 50% less than a candidate whose name is "Sounds white". The survey results are regarded by researchers as strong evidence that racial prejudice has been rooted in the unfair history of the United States.

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First place: Shreveport, Louisiana 97.4%, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 94.0%, Augusta, Georgia 93.3%, Marley Meng Qi, Alabama 93.2%, Charlotte, North Carolina 92.7%, Dallas, Texas 92.7%. Fort Worth, Texas ranks eighth with 92.6%, Jacksonville, Florida ranks ninth with 92.5%, Memphis, Tennessee ranks tenth with 9 1.8%, Anaker, Virginia ranks eleventh with 9 1.8%, Atlanta, Georgia ranks twelfth with 9 1.5%, and Birmingham, Alabama ranks twelfth with 991.5%.

Racial discrimination has always been a concern in Britain. 1In April 1993, Lawrence, a young black man, was murdered by a racist, which triggered a heated debate on racial discrimination in Britain, especially among the government and civil servants. /kloc-Lawrence, a 0/8-year-old pre-university student, was killed by several white youths at a bus stop in southeast London for no reason. Although five suspects were arrested afterwards, no one was convicted. The British government commissioned a commission headed by Sir mcpherson to investigate. According to the investigation report, the Greater London Police Department was seriously dereliction of duty in the process of investigating this case, showing "institutional racism". Later, the Greater London Police Department agreed to pay Lawrence's parents 320,000 pounds. In addition, the discrimination and harassment of refugees by the British are also very worrying. The results of recent opinion polls show that most people think that Britain has accepted too many immigrants. 80% people think that the reason why refugees choose Britain is that it is "easy" to come to Britain. May 200 1 Reports about the attack on refugees have also appeared frequently in newspapers recently. In the past few months, there have been nearly 80 such incidents in Glasgow, Scotland alone. The refugee situation in Britain is also quite worrying. Some people can't stand the hard living environment and flee from refugee settlements, begging or even robbing for a living. The refugee problem has become a thorny issue for the British government. I'm afraid this is not what Blair's government expected. It made a generous commitment in the Kosovo war. Race has always been one of the main topics in British political party elections. Haig, leader of the opposition Conservative Party, was even accused by public opinion of "playing the race card". The Sunday Independent, which has great influence in Britain, once published an article entitled "Desperate Haig Playing Race Card". On May 29th, 20001year, less than 10 days before the British general election on June 7th, the oldham incident became an excuse for British political parties to attack their opponents. The Liberal Democratic Party, the third largest party in Britain, leads. Hughes, a spokesman for its internal affairs, said in an interview on the 27th that the Conservative Party's speech on refugee policy gave birth to this incident.

Racial discrimination is an insult to human dignity and has been repeatedly condemned by international public opinion and international organizations. 1963165438+1October 20th, the United Nations Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination declared for the first time that all racial discrimination in the world should be eliminated quickly. 1On March 7, 966, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, which stipulates that all racial discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of political, economic, social, cultural or public life (such as transportation, hotels, restaurants, cafes, theaters, parks, etc.). States parties are obliged to prevent, prohibit and eliminate all forms of racial discrimination, especially racial segregation and apartheid, and to ensure that everyone, regardless of race or nationality, has the right to equality before the law. Anyone who spreads ideas of racial superiority or hatred, incites racial discrimination, and incites and carries out violence against any race or nation is a crime and should be punished according to law. 1973165438+1On October 30th, the United Nations adopted the International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid, which clearly declared once again that any organization, institution or individual that practices apartheid is a crime and should bear international responsibility.

As part of the programme for the First Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination, the General Assembly called on all countries to observe the Week of Solidarity with People against Racism and Racial Discrimination in the week beginning on March 26th every year. March 2 1 day every year is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. 1960 On the same day, South African police opened fire on peaceful demonstrators who opposed the apartheid policy of Pasfa in Shapeville, South Africa, killing 69 people. The General Assembly declared this International Day on 1966, calling on the international community to redouble its efforts to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination.