Cultural Identity Essay
standpoint theory and muted group theory. Standpoint theory posits that minorities and women have a different perspective of the world than those who make up the dominant cultural group (Orbe, 1998). Their perspective is fuller than those in the dominant cultural group because they have no choice but to seek understanding and learn the rules of the more dominant portion of society (Orbe, 1998). The dominant cultural group does not have to seek understanding of women or minority groups, because it’s not necessary and often not in their best interest… Continue Reading...