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1 Running Head: Journal Article Review Research Paper: Journal Article Review Jacqueline Carrington Dr. L. Bryan PADM 700 March 13, 2022 Helms School of Government, Liberty University

2 Journal Article Review Lopez-Littleton, V., Blessett, B., & Burr, J. (2018). Advancing social justice and racial equity in the public sector. Journal of Public Affairs Education , 24 (4), 449-468. https://doi.org/10.1080/15236803.2018.1490546 Racism is a prevalent topic currently in today’s climate. The ongoing racial tension in the world, along with the highlight of issues within the government, brings forth the issue of racism in public administration. “Recent widespread sharing of race-related incidents and subsequent public reaction has contributed to the race becoming an area of concern for any public entity charged with serving the citizenry” (Lopez-Littleton et al., 2018, p. 449). The article Advancing Social Justice and Racial Equity in the Public Sector analyzes the studies behind racism and “incorporating racial injustice in public sector practices” (Lopez-Littleton et al., 2018, p. 449). The article’s central idea is to showcase why and how including discussions regarding racial injustice in public administration education is imperative to public sector practices. Race and discrimination in public administration The authors use different policies and laws in this section of the article , highlighting voting laws they deem systematically against individuals of color. This section raises awareness that while there has been changing, the change is overshadowed by the blatant “systematic racism” happening in historically minority-based areas. An example is the revitalization of urban cities, which the author refers to as “urban renewal.” The resurrection of specific African American communities transformed them politically and economically and removed low-income African Americans from these communities (Lopez-Littleton et al., 2018, p. 450).

3 Journal Article Review As with any discussion of racism and public administration, Lopez-Litton, et al. discuss the increase of issues between African Americans and law enforcement. The increase in the number of cases is highlighted to showcase this point by the authors. Historical topics are also discussed to bring light to other issues, such as guilt based on race versus facts. This section of the article utilized different examples and research studies to highlight the differences in the way citizens of color are treated and negatively affected by specific policies due to their race (Lopez- Littleton et al., 2018, p. 452). Shifting public administration in education Following suit with the section’s title, Lopez-Littleton et al. delve into the curriculum of public administration academic programs. The discussion surrounds the lack of curriculum in the classroom regarding race and racism, especially during times of heightened tension in public administration due to race. Again, the authors use research studies to evidence their points. “ Government actors must consciously develop strategies for working toward racial equity and identifying structural racism” (p. 455). The authors adamantly state that incorporating discussions regarding race into the public administration curriculum is paramount for future public servants for things to get better. Addressing race in the public sector The authors discuss structural racism and institutional racism in this section, thoroughly explaining the difference between both while also highlighting the significance regarding the central topic. Personal biases that individuals may not identify within themselves and cultural upbringing are also discussed about these forms of racism plaguing minority groups. The article uses statistics to highlight black minorities’ disparities, attributing these disparities to institutional and structural racism. Additionally, the difficulty of conversations regarding race

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