Civic Attitudes

 
3. How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements? (Circle one response for each statement)
 
  Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
a. Many people miss out on jobs or promotions because of racial or ethnic discrimination.
b. Over the past few years, the government and news media have given more attention to racial and ethnic minorities than they deserve.
c. It is easy to understand the anger of some racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S.
d. Over the past few years, racial and ethnic minorities have gained more economically than they deserve.
e. Racial and ethnic minorities should not go where they are not wanted.
f. Discrimination against racial and ethnic minorities is still a problem in the U.S.
g. Racial and ethnic minorities are getting too demanding in their push for equal rights.
h. Sometimes job seekers from racial and ethnic minority groups should be given special consideration in hiring.
i. Most big corporations in the U.S. treat all of their employees equally.
j. The U.S. public school system provides equal opportunity for all.
k. Many white people show a lack of understanding of the problems that other racial and ethnic groups face.
l. This country would be better off if there were more acceptance of the good things in minority cultures.