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Mgt 360 – Managing Cultural Differences and Diversity in a Global Economy

Micro-theme #8 (up to 20 points)

Dr. Pisani Fall 2020

Student Name: ___________________________ Date: October 15, 2020

Please answer both of the following questions (and sub-questions, if pertinent) in the space provided below as it pertains to the reading Batos, Bolillos, Pochos, and Pelados: Class and Culture on the South Texas Border.

1. Why do the authors include in their study of South Texas African Americans, Asian Americans, and Anglos? Discuss.

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2. The authors suggest that cultural bigots “blame the victims of poverty for their deprivation” (p. 315) and “defenders of the American way of life” (p. 324). How is this discussion contextualized within the political environment fostered by the 2016 presidential election? Discuss (see also the 4 questions listed on p. 317 and the entire wording on p. 318).