Discrimination Discrimination can be expressed in many different ways which are very hurtful and can also be very harmful. "Discrimination means acting unfavorably toward a person based on the group which a person belongs instead of on his or her merits" (Gillam 13). "Discrimination, in society can also be defined as the unfair treatment of equals" ("Discrimination"). Different ways of expressing discrimination can be by denying one a job because of his or her race or …showed first 75 words of 1966 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1966 total…world has been or will be discriminated against somehow or some way. "In 1986 more than five million people worldwide died as a result of discrimination" (Williams 18). Society is too caught up in the stereotypes given to a certain group of people that they do not recognize  Bevard 6 the group for his or her own personal achievements. Discrimination and false stereotypes needs to be put to an end or else an imperfect society will destroy itself.