Classism in America The word prejudice can be linked to many things such as racism, sexism, and anti-Semitism; these are all common prejudices mentioned in any history book. One form of prejudice that is mentioned less is classism. Classism, while being mentioned less, is still present in society today. Classism can be a harder prejudice to diagnose because many classist statements have factual backing. While many classist statements have factual backing all of them belittle others.
Classism is defined as “prejudice against or in favor of people belonging to a particular social class.” (Merriam-Webster citation) Thus, classism can be positive or negative. Many people view the upper class as different people and F Scott Fitzgerald displays this when he says “The rich are different than you and me.” (Rich Boy F Scott Fitzgerald) He says this in his story because he believes the worldview of the rich is shaped differently than everyone else because they are born into wealth. While many would view what Fitzgerald is saying as a classist statement, others view it as a true statement. In a recent study published in Psychological Science researchers found that those in the upper class have difficulty reading others emotions. This is confirmed when the researchers state: “These results suggest that people of upper-class status aren't …show more content…
One that can exist but is not often seen is the attitude toward women and cleaning a house. A woman who cleans houses for a living is often seen as lazy and low class, whereas an upper class stay at home mom who cleans the house is diligent and noble. Also, when a low-class woman cleans the house the task is seen as wasted time and idle. While all three women are doing the same work, the one in the upper class is perceived as better than both of the other two. This shows that while many believe classism is dead in America it is
Classism is defined as “prejudice against or in favor of people belonging to a particular social class.” (Merriam-Webster citation) Thus, classism can be positive or negative. Many people view the upper class as different people and F Scott Fitzgerald displays this when he says “The rich are different than you and me.” (Rich Boy F Scott Fitzgerald) He says this in his story because he believes the worldview of the rich is shaped differently than everyone else because they are born into wealth. While many would view what Fitzgerald is saying as a classist statement, others view it as a true statement. In a recent study published in Psychological Science researchers found that those in the upper class have difficulty reading others emotions. This is confirmed when the researchers state: “These results suggest that people of upper-class status aren't …show more content…
One that can exist but is not often seen is the attitude toward women and cleaning a house. A woman who cleans houses for a living is often seen as lazy and low class, whereas an upper class stay at home mom who cleans the house is diligent and noble. Also, when a low-class woman cleans the house the task is seen as wasted time and idle. While all three women are doing the same work, the one in the upper class is perceived as better than both of the other two. This shows that while many believe classism is dead in America it is