The document discusses stereotypes against African Americans in society. It notes that stereotyping occurs when people make overgeneralized judgments about others based on their gender, job, culture or ethnicity. This can result in unfair discrimination and prevent people from achieving their full potential. While some argue that stereotypes can help with initial judgments, they are still problematic because they prevent people from being seen as individuals. The first step to addressing stereotypes is to acknowledge that they still exist in society despite increased diversity and globalization.