Eddie Stephenson
Stratification Media Analysis
3/11/16
SOC/100
Jay Gregory

A few common assumptions would offer some general stereotypes which most American are probably subjected to each time they tune into their favorite program. The problem with making assumptions based on stereotypes, racism, and bias maybe considered two-fold. Of primary concern should obviously be the narrow-minded and over generalized prejudice which exist in mainstream media culture. Then, of only slightly less distress, would be the willingness of society to accept such demeaning norms. However, within the “high definition” world of television, some prime-time shows are shattering overused typecasting. Although some are not also.
For instance, one such common immoral stigma would be that only men of European heritage may hold position of authority at home and more importantly, in an office. Furthermore, African, Spanish speaking, and other ethnic American will be depicted as second-class citizen. Additionally, women of all races may not hold any position of a profession as do their made co-star. Luckily, most of these false accusation were proven wrong.
For this analysis of television diversity, or lack of, a look at the portrayal of African American men as in their position within a working environment, the dynamic of their family structure, and the overall social implication of such position will be explored. Then, in reflection of the growing population of Spanish speaking people, a look at the near absence may reveal a certain ethno centric standard of mainstream television.
In such culturally dynamic shows as The Cosby Show and The Fresh Prince from Bel-Air. Afro-American men held such high position as judges, doctors, and lawyers. Although, these two shows are directly link to such positive portrayals, that is almost all character of the shows are Afro-American, they offer an enlightening depiction of ethnic justice. Beside, European American dominated television shows have conquered most major network since the first picture to be created. Also seen on these were other non-white character whom held an array of savvy jobs and social ranks. I can remember watching The Cosby Show an a black woman and a Spanish woman sat side by side with a panel of aristocrat while debating about some common social topic, namely women’s liberation. As the show continue both women seemed to be disregarded through most of the program. However the show ended with both women eventually became fed up, with the insulting arrogance of the male-counterparts and verbally reprimanded their igoranance and specifically pointed to such behavior as to why women have become so imbued to eradicate their year’s oppression. Heavy stuff for daytime television.
In a more diverse program that is, in a show whose main character are not of only one race. The West Wing depicts a view of the most powerful office in the world as a dynamic working environment but with an ethno centric view of power. In this show black men and women hold position of authority which have great consequences.
However about 90% of all character are of Europeans descent. Not one Latin American, may be seen other than a very brief appearance as a relatively insignificant character. Somewhere in between The Cosby Show and The West Wing may lie a more representative sample of a culturally sound working environment? ER portrays an environment of ethnic and gender equality. The character of this fast paced prime time drama allow its viewer to observe a place where status and value are achieved through individual determination and effort rather than color of their skin. From doctors too EMTs Afro-American men, Asian American women, Lesbians, and Latinos are all seen playing important characters. Furthermore, the secondary roles are played by people of all races, not just those considered secondary class citizen by all too many.
Turning on a television is in many regards along the same line as looking around at the many different social environment in which we live, both working and at home, or is it? Or the greater question might only stab at the more compelling idea of portraying what people are really like in real life situation: racist, prejudice, or open-minded and exceptions? As well as, where such trend in television and the social dynamic of its viewer will lead into tomorrow.
Whether daytime, primetime, or anytime many social injustices are beaming through the television. However at the same time, much progress has been made in evening the different ethnic character of our dynamically structured society. The most important dynamic in issue of cultural injustice must be underlined with an analogy of choice… if you don’t like what you are watching on television either turn the channel or find something else to do.

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