Many people say that L.A. is a model of diversity and diversity is a great thing. But is it really diverse in real terms, and could there be a such thing as being overly diverse?
This is how I see it. First, I value learning from all types of people - it definitely makes life interesting. But, at the same time, socially speaking I generally enjoy being around people with whom I can relate. I think that is human nature. It's hard to find many people to become friends with in L.A. because in some ways the city is overly diverse.
Moreover, many ethnic groups tend to socialize with their own people anyhow - so the idea of being a "melting pot" is inaccurate. The Armenians hang with other Armenians, the Mexicans with other Mexicans, the Persians with other Persians, etc.
I think the lack of unity in L.A. is a major drawback. L.A. is not diverse in practical terms - this is not a melting pot...it's just a collection of fragments.
2007-02-12
16:22:24
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