American news media and educators in general have not been honest about the role of skin color (pigmentation) in socialization and assimilation in the U. S. Often times it is not the same heritage/cultural values but the skin color that creates affinity or social proximity, which often affects hiring process and social accommodation. For instance, lighter skin Cuban immigrants have a greater success rate than darker skin Cuban immigrants even though they share the same cultural heritage. a. True
b. False