The author supports the central idea that hairstyle rules are tied to racial discrimination by using an anecdotal example of hair discrimination. The passage includes statements from Oregon state Rep. Janelle Bynum that highlight the lack of awareness about how dominant cultural norms affect those with different hair textures, and it mentions personal experiences of individuals advocating for the CROWN Act facing ridicule. This illustrates the real-life implications and challenges associated with hair discrimination.
"Ban Hair Discrimination Gaining Momentum"
by Candice Norwood
Why do supporters think the CROWN Act is necessary?
Oregon state Rep. Janelle Bynum, who introduced a CROWN Act bill in her state legislature this year, said one of the biggest challenges is how little lawmakers know about the issue of hair discrimination.
“People don’t even realize that white dominant culture has been normalized and has been imposed upon people whose hair texture is different,” Bynum said.
Anthony said that when she first introduced CROWN Act legislation in 2019, she was “laughed out” of some rooms and told to focus on “serious” legislation. That criticism came from both sides of the political aisle, she noted.
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Use the passage to answer the question.
How does the author support the following central idea of the passage: Hairstyle rules are tied to racial discrimination?
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By presenting two opposing views on the issue.
By presenting two opposing views on the issue.
By including a detailed history of racial discrimination.
By including a detailed history of racial discrimination.
By citing a study conducted by a university.
By citing a study conducted by a university.
By using an anecdotal example of hair discrimination.
By using an anecdotal example of hair discrimination.
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