How the Black/White Paradigm Renders Mexicans/Mexican Americans and Discrimination against Them Invisible

A number of authors have noted the relative lack of attention Mexicans and Mexican Americans receive by academics and popular media alike.' Scholars, popular print and visual media that attract large audiences all ignore the experiences of Mexicans/Mexican Americans.! This lack of attention is apparent in virtually every realm of American society. Discussions concerning discrimination and race/ethnic relations in the United States are no exception. Indeed, the Civil Rights Movement and discourse on race/ethnic relations are almost inextricably intertwined with, and exclusively focused on, the contributions and experiences of Blacks. Some