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Intro to Sociology

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Pluralism in the context of race and ethnicity is a societal structure that allows multiple distinct or cultural groups to coexist equally within the same society. It acknowledges diversity and encourages the maintenance of cultural differences while promoting equal standing for all cultural identities.

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