Multiculturalism

Multiculturalism is an appreciation for the enrichment that different traditions and cultures can bring to society. It is due in part to society's willingness to accept the culture of immigrants but also to immigrants' willingness to accept the culture of the land to which they have come. Note that a multicultural society does not necessarily yield multiculturalism.

In the United States
Multiculturalism in the United States works because various cultures have been able to unite over the common vision of democracy, freedom, equality, tolerance, and the American Dream.

In Europe
Challenges to multiculturalism in Europe include friction between Western and Muslim cultures.

Criticisms
Critics claim that multiculturalism promotes a tolerance of moral relativism. They further claim that it results in a loss of national identity.

References and external links

 * Pope, Charles, Msgr. (May 15, 2011). "Is Multiculturalism Just Another Form of Moral Relativism?."  Archdiocese of Washington.