In what ways has discrimination against certain groups been pervasive throughout history, and what actions can we take to address this issue?
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Throughout history, discrimination against certain groups has been pervasive. While discrimination can take many forms and manifest in both intentional and unintentional ways, some actions that further inequality are institutionalized segregation and educational disparities; overt acts of prejudice and racism; gender-based wage gaps; failure to provide equal access to resources or services such as health care, voting rights, and police protection; and structural barriers that create unfair advantages or disadvantages based on identity. We can begin to address this issue by engaging in meaningful conversations around equity with the public at large, demanding better from our policymakers, pressuring companies to establish equality initiatives and implement inclusive hiring practices - or risk boycotting them  -and holding those in power accountable for their actions.
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In what ways has discrimination against certain groups been pervasive throughout history, and what actions can we take to address this issue?
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Discrimination has been pervasive throughout history, based on race, religion, gender and other characteristics. People have been excluded from rights, liberties and resources due to biased systems and attitudes stemming from prejudice and stereotypes. To address this issue we need greater education about the impact of discrimination as well as new policies, laws and enforcement protocols to eliminate existing barriers for marginalized groups.
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In what ways has discrimination against certain groups been pervasive throughout history, and what actions can we take to address this issue?