Throughout the Southern U

question 19

Essay

Throughout the Southern U.S., there has been recent controversy over the fate of commemorative statues of racist historical figures. How might a practicing anthropologist help to understand and resolve one of these controversies, based on an anthropological understanding of race and racism?

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Definitions:

Need

A requirement essential for an organism's survival or well-being, as well as a strong desire for something.

Want

A desire for something that is not necessarily needed but is desired for personal satisfaction or fulfillment.

Drive Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that motivation is driven by an organism's need to fulfill physiological needs in order to maintain homeostasis.

Gratification

The pleasure, satisfaction, or relief felt when a need, desire, or expectation is fulfilled.