Everyone is striving for equality in America, yet going out of their way to be different. I don't understand why we can't all just be Americans instead of placing unnecessary and dividing labels on ourselves. If someone is born in America, then that makes them American, regardless of heritage. I am proud of my ancestry but I don't go calling myself a European-American. I am proud to be an American and I do not need any other labels to define who I am. If a person is born elswhere and becomes a citizen of the USA, then go for it. Call yourself African-American or Cuban-American or whatever. I believe that this so called political correctness is actually helping to perpetuate the stereotypes that breed racism. If we truly wish to be a UNITED States of America, shoulden't we start by calling ourselves AMERICANS? Be proud of your heritage, but be more proud of being born in the best country in the world.
2007-01-23
08:12:28
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rick m
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