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The Terms Organized Crime and Mafia Became Synonymous with Italians

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The terms organized crime and mafia became synonymous with Italians following their immigration to the United States. One congressional report described Italian immigrants as morally deficient, excitable, superstitious, and vengeful. Is this an example of implicit bias? Explain your answer.


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