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Jackie Robinson Stereotypes In History
The impact of stereotypes on society can be seen throughout history. Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier that existed in professional baseball during the 1950s. Robinson was also an essential part of the Civil Rights Movement (Biography). For example, in a biography about Jackie Robinson, the writer says, “Robinson promised to not fight back when confronted with racism” (Biography). This shows the impact on how black people not being able to play professional baseball affected their emotions. If for some reason Jackie fought back, everyone would automatically think that black people simply couldn't play because of their anger and emotions. This would be told as a stereotype because many people would think that black people can't play in
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