Disparities in Society: Gender, Race, and Law

This chapter explores the complexities of perceived societal disparities through the lens of gender and race, examining contrasting liberal and conservative viewpoints on discrimination. It critiques the bureaucratic measures regulating discourse on these issues and traces the historical context of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, particularly its unintended gender provisions. Additionally, the narrative highlights the implications of key legal cases such as Griggs v. Duke Power Company, emphasizing the challenges of proving discrimination in practice and the broader meanings of equity in the workplace.