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International Studies in Phenomenology and Philosophy

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An exploration and extension of Churchman's insights

towards the tackling of racial discrimination as a world problem

Norma R. A. Romm

pp. 289-331

Abstract

Churchman's argument concerning the link between human inquiry and action is explored in this chapter in the context of considering a variety of approaches to the study of "intergroup bias' in social relations. I argue that there are ways in which the study hereof might itself serve to perpetuate "group" thinking (and attendant practices) in the social fabric. Researchers should be more alert to this as a possible consequence of their inquiries, as such thinking may not be amenable to addressing the world problem of racial discrimination. Possibilities for making theoretical and practical provision for indeed tackling this world problem are explored in the chapter. The discussion highlights, extends and endorses Churchman's considerations regarding the importance of our embracing an ethic of (global) good, kindness and care into our way of both "knowing" and "being" so as not to become complicit in the perpetuation of racism.

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Van Gigch John P., McIntyre-Mills Janet (2006) Rescuing the enlightenment from itself I: critical and systemic implications for democracy. Dordrecht, Springer.

Pages: 289-331

DOI: 10.1007/0-387-27589-4_15

Full citation:

Romm Norma R. A. (2006) „An exploration and extension of Churchman's insights: towards the tackling of racial discrimination as a world problem“, In: J. P. Van Gigch & J. Mcintyre-Mills (eds.), Rescuing the enlightenment from itself I, Dordrecht, Springer, 289–331.