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'''Segregation''', when applied to society, is the separation of individuals according to groups. It may be done voluntarily by individuals, or it can be compulsory – as when dictated by a government. Racial segregation is a common type, but any way in which individuals associate with one group and separate from another can be considered segregation. | '''Segregation''', when applied to society, is the separation of individuals according to groups. It may be done voluntarily by individuals, or it can be compulsory – as when dictated by a government. Racial segregation is a common type, but any way in which individuals associate with one group and separate from another can be considered segregation. | ||
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*[http://mises.org/freemarket_detail.aspx?control=77 Market Segregation] | |||
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Latest revision as of 19:37, 28 July 2011
Segregation, when applied to society, is the separation of individuals according to groups. It may be done voluntarily by individuals, or it can be compulsory – as when dictated by a government. Racial segregation is a common type, but any way in which individuals associate with one group and separate from another can be considered segregation.