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Liking more or hating less? A modest defence of intergroup contact theory

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  20 November 2012

Rupert Brown
Rupert Brown*
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School of Psychology, Sussex University, Brighton BN1 9QH, United Kingdom. r.brown@sussex.ac.ukhttp://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/95042
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Abstract

Here, I argue that Dixon et al. have overstated the prevalence of “benevolent” forms of prejudice; many stigmatised groups are currently the targets of overtly hostile evaluation and treatment by others (e.g., Muslims; immigrant groups). I also believe that the target article oversimplifies its presentation of prejudice researchers' primary theoretical and policy goals and that it overlooks important work in intergroup emotions.

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Open Peer Commentary
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Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 35 , Issue 6 , December 2012 , pp. 428 - 429
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2012 

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