Rethinking Racial Identity in Census Data

This chapter examines the socio-political anxieties surrounding the declining white population in the U.S. and critiques the oversimplified narratives of racial dynamics. It highlights the complexities of racial classification in the census, particularly for multiracial and MENA individuals, and advocates for better representation. The discussion underscores the evolving nature of racial identity and the challenges of accurately capturing it in census data.