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Model minority
Group seen as more successful than average
Model minority
The term model minority refers to a minority group, defined by factors such as ethnicity, race, or religion, whose members are perceived by the employer of the term to be achieving a higher socioeconomic status in comparison to other minority groups or the population at large. The term is also referred to as the model minority myth because it is understood as a racialized social construct that frames certain minority groups as comparatively successful, culturally adaptable, and morally disciplined while promoting stereotypes that are ultimately harmful. Model minorities are often regarded as a role model or reference group for comparison to other groups. Their perceived success is typically assessed through metrics including educational attainment, representation within managerial and professional occupations, household income, and various other socioeconomic indicators such as criminal activity and strong family and marital stability. Asian Americans in the United States are prominently...
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