The significance of race is increasing, especially for middle class blacks who, because of school desegregation, affirmative action, and other integration programs are coming into direct contact with whites for the first time for extended interaction. (Author/AM)

Examines the intentions and results of school desegregation since Brown v Board of Education. Concludes that desegregation has had a greater impact on the White population than on the Black population, and that the self-concepts of both racial populations have benefitted. (FMW)