I recently related to an answers forum that I was a decendent of Abe Lincoln, Hernan Cortez, and my grandfather fought with Pancho Villa. I am proud of that. I then recieved hatemail. I was called unAmerican.
My question is in response to what the hatemail stated.
If I am unAmerican, what kind of "American" would call Abe Lincoln, who was one of if not THE greatest man in American history a homosexual? And even if he was, (which it is clear at least in my history books, he was not) does that cheapen his contributions to our country, or lessen his accomplishments?
How can someone who claims to be a true "American" (mouthbreather77) actually make that statement and expect me to change the fact that I am proud to be related to him? What does it matter so much to him? Is it just Xenophobic, homophobic hate? Why should I not be proud of my heritage and history, regardless from whom and where I came from?
I would like educated answers only please.
Thank you.
2006-10-24
03:32:09
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Tanya N (thesingingbeaner)
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