Title: American idol
Description: "This study examines whether viewers of the popular television show, American Idol, are racially biased. I find strong evidence for same-race preferences, in particular among black viewers. Featuring more black contestants attracts more black households to tune in to watch the show. And, with more black viewers, a black contestant is less likely to be voted off"--Forschungsinstitut zur Zukunft der Arbeit web site.
Subjects: Race discrimination, Television viewers, American idol (Television program)
Places: United States