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This book is based on theoryand the most recent 2000 Census data availableto present an informed exploration of the diversity, depth, and significance of racial and ethnic relations in the United States. It is organized by racial-ethnic groupsrather than by issues, and draws heavily on a broad range of research sources that dig deep into the and of racial and ethnic oppression and conflict. Fifteen major racial and ethnic groups are examined with regard to their incorporation, economic circumstances, political development, and experience with exploitation. For the numerous scholars, journalists, politiciansand people concerned with the racial and ethnic issues of discrimination, oppression, and conflict that exist in the U.S.