I believe Jane Elliot effectively created two unequal groups in the three times we watched her run her experiment. Each time one group was given considerable special treatment. The "majority" group was giving things like being allowed into the conference room early, given seats and a more comfortable environment, and treated with respect. The advantages were even more distinguishable for the "minority" group who was subjected to sub par conditions, forced to wear bands of shame, and faced even harsher criticism. I think you can see from the immediate reactions, hostility, and frustration of the "minority" group that two very unequal groups are created. But the criticism is so over the top that it really makes you feel for those that are being yelled and verbally abused for their slightest mistakes. It really make you hate and despise Jane Elliot but that doesn't mean the point is lost.
I think it's pretty obvious that the group being abused and forced to deal with an unequal......

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Title: A Class Divided
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