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- SCOPE NOTE: explains HOW the term has been used to index items in the library database; defines the term
- USE: denotes a preferred term or phrase
- USED FOR: indicates terms or phrases that are NOT used to index items in the library database; these terms or phrases are considered synonymous with the indicated preferred term (only use "preferred terms" when searching the library database)
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Thesaurus search results for 'TOKEN': 2 results found.
TOKEN
Scope Note: A union leader or staff person who is the single representative of a marginalized group. Often pressured to either set aside their equity concerns and/or to stand in as representative of all members of that equity-seeking group.
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TOKENISM
Scope Note: A policy or practice of limited inclusion of members of a minority group, usually creating a false appearance of inclusive practices, intentional or not.
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