Assigning value to difference

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In his essay "Assigning Value to Difference," Albert Memmi describes the processes by which the racist accuses "others" of being "different" and then "maximizes" or exaggerates "difference." Explain these processes and the social and psychological consequences of doing so for both the racist and his or her "victim."

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