But they also admit that prejudice and conflict exist and say that, oftentimes, the different ethnic groups do not mix. I think it's one of the most prominent problems at East. There is self-segregation. And certain groups exclude people. But I think if you stick with one group, you tend to get biased.
Diversity just gives kids one more opportunity for labeling.
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