Does multiculturalism help societies?

Encyclopedia of Opinion

Question: Does multiculturalism help societies?
Position‹2 of 3›: No, differences promote tensions

This position holds that multiculturalism does not help societies, because difference breeds tension. It argues that a heterogeneous society inherently contains differences among its people that can cause friction and unrest — and that failing to understand cultural differences fosters bias.

Supporting arguments · 1

Not understanding cultural differences and similarities causes bias
Ignorance about other individual’s differences causes bias. With multiculturalism, this happens often. People often form stereotypes because they only see a small picture of a culture’s true self. These assumptions can be detrimental to the health of society.