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=Why us versus them?=

Throughout time there has always been a common thread of competition with cultural groups that formed. Many times it has been described as an "us versus them" mentality. It has been believed that this competition formed over political ties, racial boundaries and the need to survive. But, why does it really exist and do we need this feeling of competition to live in the world? Throughout this unit we will discuss this "us versus them" mentality both in a historical context and in current times. You will analyze who fits into your "us" group and who you have identified as "them" to move past this mentality and begin to view the world as one.

In 2003, pop group Black Eyed Peas released "Where Is the Love?" sharing their political stance on this very topic. What do they believe is the answer? media type="youtube" key="WpYeekQkAdc" height="315" width="560"

Unit Activities

 * 1) A Place at the Table--history of inequality in the United States
 * 2) Shadow of Hate--history of hate crimes in the United States
 * 3) Question of Race--available for streaming on DEstreaming or Cosmeo, purchase at the Discovery Store
 * 4) How does it stop?