Respectability Politics (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun (used with a singular or plural verb)

a set of beliefs holding that conformity to prescribed mainstream standards of appearance and behavior will protect a person who is part of a marginalized group, especially a Black person, from prejudices and systemic injustices: Black respectability politics embraces the illusion of a level economic playing field.Respectability politics place blame on groups already hindered by discrimination.