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TruCoz : Your Platform for Political Sound-Off
- TruCoz
- Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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All across the world there is racism and discrimination not just in the United States and it is ridiculous to think that one day for some mysterious reason everyone loves each other and that everyone is going to get along. There will always be people and a lot of people at that who think that the race they belong to is superior to others or just down right hate another race for no particular reason. Although we have come a long ways as a country we still have many issues reguarding racism and discrimination and no matter what laws are put into place there will always be old and new issues that we cant rid ourselves of.
Why do we still have prejudice? Two reasons: we’re human; and, stupid people are still allowed to breed. People are naturally afraid of anything different. We fear the unknown more than we fear anything else. We hate what we cannot understand. Add to this the inclination to believe that we are always right, and everyone else is wrong, and you’ve encountered a world that hasn’t changed much in the last several eons. Can this change? Sure, but only through education—not legislation.
As for the other reason for prejudice, maybe we should require a test before letting people breed? A license perhaps? No, I don’t think that would work, but it’s kinda funny to think about. No, the solution is the same: education. And not just sitting in a classroom learning about different cultures, ‘cause they’ve been doing that for years, and it’s obviously not making enough of a difference. I’m talking about experiencing other cultures. Living as they live, learning their culture directly. Will this happen? Not likely. But hey, it’s an idea.
The racism and discrimination in our country is stemming from the intolerance that is being taught to our youth. Statistic shows that the more education one has the more knowledgeable and tolerant they are toward certain factions. If we educate our children about different cultures, customs, religions, ethnicities, and ways of life we can reduce discrimination and racism being displayed.
Although this can greatly reduce the amount of racism and discrimination it is sad to say that it is impossible to free our society of this unconstructive way of thinking. While people want to identify with a certain unit, they also want to set them selves apart from the population for a feeling of individualism.
It’s easier to make yourself feel better by putting another down.
The reason there is still racism in our country is that people are ignorant. I believe that if we were to educate todays children about different ethnicities and cultures there would be fewer racist people in this world. I don't believe that racism and discrimination will ever go away, but I believe that this is a way to help.
I also believe that people judge other races because of things that they see on the news and in their communities. People see violence, drugs, etc. throughout the media and are quick to judge that these criminals represent their race as a whole, instead of stepping back and realizing that people are individuals. Not every white, black, brown, blue, yellow (whatever color) person is the same. There are good and bad in every race; and i think that some people are just not willing to see things that way.
I feel there is still racism and discrimination because people don't know how to accept that a person is a person no matter what they look, talk, or even act like. I'll admit i used to not like mexicans but I just started seeing what they have to go through and that there just trying to get by just like everyone else in this country.
So before you think you should call someone a name in your head at the drive thru when they can't understand you . . . just stop and think there just trying to live life the best they can.
It doesnt matter what we try to teach to our youth, there will always be racists. People will think whatever they wanna think about a certain issue or race. People are scared of things that are different and the things they dont understand.
Everyone is racist in there own little way and nothing will ever change that. Everyone can admit to saying a racist slur in their head from time to time. If we really want to cut down on racism and discrimination everyone must stop using the words we all consider racist. Until the rappers and other people in the public eye stop using them, people in our society will continue to.
Most definately racism and discrimination are an issue in the United States. As we talked about lastnight when we talked about immigration. I believe that we look at "mexican's" as a lesser person because they have been coming here in mass numbers illegally to work for minimum wage in hard labor jobs. Because of this and money other reasons now we look at all spanish people as if they are less than us and should be paid less.
I believe that this is a trend and as I stated in class it is also a form of voluntary servitude. They may choose to come here and work for next to nothing because it's better than what they can get back home, but the fact that we as a country and civiliztion take advantage of that is wrong and through us taking advantage we have harnessed a whole new generation of discrimination.
Ask yourself this; How did Slavery for blacks begin? did it begin with their "voluntary servitude" as indentured servants? I believe so and i think that we are in the beginning of repeating history. Not to the same extent and cruelty as before, but it is still racism and discrimination to its fullest extent.
Hello everyone, this is just my opinion and I have a feeling that one girl wont like it since she doesn't like anything I say, "I'm uneducated" haha.. Well anyways I would just like to say a couple things first of all yes there is still racism in the United States, but I dont think whether we educate or not we'll still have racism. Its more now a part of our culture to be racist towards others than it has ever been. We may not have slaves anymore but we have illegal immigrants that get treated pretty much the same just no beatings.
Next, I would like to say that I'd be lying if I said I've never thought a racist thing or said a crude thing towards a certain race (including white people), but as I have been thinking about some stuff I've made up my mind about a couple things. For example I disagree with the way Mexicans are coming to the US, they should come legally whether it takes forever or not if they want the same rights as the citizens of the United States they should come here legally and do it the right way. With that said I would also like to say I've worked construction for 4 years and I'll tell you what I used to see illegal after illegal working on houses but one thing is for sure they are definitly doing the work that Americans do not want to do. Footing, Foundations, and Sheetrock. That work isnt any fun and I would hate it, and I am much too lazy for that. Still framing houses isn't easy but I would rather frame than any of those other things especially at the price they get paid. Thats all I got for now folks. Good day!
Sadly, our world is full of racism. Many people in their own countries don't like the idea of other races being on their territory. They see it as AMERICA... for AMERICANS. And the same thing goes with so many other countries. I think people feel threatened by other races intruding on their land, and therefore they are no longer willing to be accepting.
Stereotypes play a huge part as well. People thinking all mexicans are illegal or "dirty", or that arabs are associated with terrorism. With every race comes a stereotype seen by other races. Not many people can see the big picture, that we are all human beings and we are all trying to succeed in this one life we have to live.
Nobody's born a biggot.
Interesting to read the different posts on this subject. Someone mentioned that they didn't think educating our children would do any good... that is sad to me. I hope that education is the answer. And I don't mean just reading about it in books or talking about it in class. That is information but not real knowledge. First hand knowledge comes from serving your community, getting to really know others that are different from yourself. Not just presuming to know them, but really listening to them and hearing their stories and experiences.
I believe that discrimination exists out of fear. Fear of differences, fear of losing control, and fear of the unknown. We want to have all of the answers and this gives us a sense of control over our lives. The real truth is we don't have all of the answers. We have so much we can learn from each other- yes from other cultures, other economic backgrounds, other people with 'other' opinions than ours. As long as we are afraid of what we don't understand we won't really be ready for change. Let's let go of the fear and embrace the beauty in each other. Gay, straight, black, white, rich, poor, educated and illiterate. We each have something of value to offer the world.
The underlying reason to discrimination is our freedom to think. We are human beings. Everybody has a fear of losing control, and a fear to accept the world for what it is. There is racism all over the world, not only in this country. It is natural for a human to express their feelings and thoughts. People find it easy to blame and point fingers at other people in the world due to their skin color or where their from. As long as humans keep reproducing, the world will continue to have prejudice.
If one disagrees with an act such as this, why would they support it. I have heard so many people say "I don't agree with what they do" but then they go and support gay marriage, which means they do agree with what they do.
Good comments everybody. I can honestly say that for once I think I agree with a lot of the things that have been said. I believe a strong argument can be made that the more we educate our children the less reason they will have to fear the unknown.
However, as I was reading the comments posted I had the thought that sometimes I think that those we tend to be racist towards thrive on that attention. I almost wonder if they like it to some degree. Maybe not....what do you think?
I think it has to do a lot with how we are brought up. What type of family you have. How did your parent’s talk about it. My parents are not racist but growing up I heard racist jokes weather they were meant or not. I do not think any joke I have ever heard from my friends or family has been meant with any malice, but you still hear them. Which, I would still consider racist.
People are always going to be brought up under different circumstances, I guess it is really up to our generation, and will be up to our kids, to teach our and there children what is right and wrong.
There will always be racism just as there will always be other prejudices, but it is getting better everyday. Racism is based on ignorance and fear, so as we learn more about each other and are open to different kinds of living, then we’ll be more understanding and less hateful. If someone had a bad experience with a black man, or an Arab, or a specific religion they’ll probably assume this is what the whole race or religion is like. It’s unfair, but it if it’s their only experience with it, then it’s hard to no know otherwise.
I was raised in North Ogden Utah where 96% of my classmates were white and about 90% were Mormon (these are my personal rough estimates). I knew everyone in my neighborhood and I didn’t know anything about the outside world.
Everything I knew about any other races, religions or cultures, I learned from television and movies. I think the more that other races and religions are portrayed in a good light, the more we understand them or are able to relate. For those of us that live in a bubble, popular culture has a huge influence on how we view the outside world.
Things like “the Cosby show” have helped with this. Ideally, my neighborhood would be full of good people of different races and religions, so I would feel comfortable around different people. As it is, I have to understand that there are good people and bad people out there and I shouldn’t judge anyone based on their race, religion or anything but that specific person.
We still have a long way to go, but for now I think it’s important that we constantly learn, educate and remain open to new ideas.
We have come a long way in the last 50-60 years.
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