Racism
The United States have always been plagued with racism, whether racial, gender or class discriminations. In the wake of September eleventh, racial prejudices have become increasingly prevalent. Racial tensions have been stirred by these horrific acts and human nature has prevailed. There is always a need to blame others for one's troubles and naturally towards the group related to the problem. This increasing tension can be seen from the entire country to our own schools. Even though America represents an ideal life, racism and prejudices still lie in subtle forms that effect our daily lives. Americans like to see themselves as law-abiding citizens who uphold American ideals. One of the most fundamental ideals American represents is the "everyone is created equal and free." It could be a perfect world if this were so, however people often discriminate in subtle ways. Even though America prides itself on it's cultural diversity, people are not very accepting personally. For example, of all the marriages in the United States, only 21.6% are interracial. (US Census Bureau) People personally do not like to assimilate themselves outside of their race. People believe that it is morally wrong and
society shuns upon it. Interracial couples or "mixed" children are often ostracized from society because they don't truly belong to a mainstream race, either black or white. Parents do not ant their children to date outside of their race because they feel it would be socially wrong. These adults are not truly racist against blacks, yet they show their prejudice in a subtle way by disapproving interracial relationships. Throughout America's history, there has always been a gap between Caucasians and colored people. Slavery and the civil rights movements best show how there is a deep wedge between people. Colored people were frowned upon in our history and there always was a racial tension, even in today's advanced society. Even though America has advanced culturally, the racial undertone is always present. The complex history of the United States has ultimately produced a racial division. This division was not so prevalent recently, but the September eleventh attacks increased tensions and American citizens began doubting their country and their Arab friends. This tragic event caused the racial divisions to strengthen and cause problems. The American people would like to consider themselves non-prejudice, only trying to protect the world, yet their subtle discriminations are shown. For example, my father was traveling to Florida for a business trip after September
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