This debauched form of society, present throughout the United States, is exceedingly racist and sexist. Capitalism and white patriarchy working together supports many forms of racism. This use of racism, sexism, and oppression are to prevent ethnic groups and females from joining the "white man's" power and wealth. Racism is based on racial supremacy; white supremacy is the configuration of racial supremacy in America. Many upper class or upper-middle-class Caucasians follow the ideology that they are superior to individuals of other racial cultures and act based on this belief. As discussed in class September 20th, white …show more content…
Women working white collar positions are seen as a minority and women of colour are seen as a racial minority. This is because many white collared careers such as lawyers, accountants, and doctors are filled by Caucasian males. As a result, these women face a higher risk of being discriminated in the workplace. Another result of this is that women, both coloured and Caucasian, may find it more difficult to find a secure and high paying job. This is due to their employers not believing they are qualified enough to take on this position. Women in the LGBTQ community also face discrimination, humiliation, and harassment in the workplace (Harrison, 2013,