Do you think marriage outside of your race is wrong?

Question

I've been reading a lot questions similar to this one. I was shocked by some of the answers. Being biracial, this bothers me. If you are just attracted to people of your own race, that's understandable. But I'm not so sure I can buy the whole, "It would just be hard on my children" thing. Many of the problems of my life don't result from me being biracial. So, honestly, why do some of you think that this is wrong? Please, I want respectful answers, if I see any racist remarks, you will be reported.

To Cram It: How convenient for you that I can't contact you. Your answer on the other hand, still does not explain why you think this issue is wrong. This is the kind of ignorance I'm talking about. People, if you believe that this issue is wrong, please give me a better explanation than Cram It. Oh and by the way, while your answer is datable about being racist, I'm reporting you for the lack of intelligence in your answer.

Answer 1

I believe that a successful marriage is successful because both people have similar value systems. When people value the same work ethic, household habit, religious beliefs, social habits and etc... then relationships tend to have less hardships. So a marriage outside of your race can be seen as "wrong" because of different ethnic barriers. Some people are able to use their differences to further enhance their marriage. Others try to blend value systems that are sooo diferent, that the "children" struggle to find their place in the world. Your parents probably didn't allow their ethnic differences to challenge their parenting...you are very lucky. We all need to hear more about positive biracial parenting. Like everything else in this world, we hear the bad and it can sway some people's judgement. Prejudice people are grown up in a life of hate. They are taught to judge and hate. So your personal experience as a biracial child is your own best answer. Unfortunately, those that say it's wrong...most likely do not have an opinion based on personal experience. It's a matter of heart, it's a matter of what they value, it really has nothing to do with color. Yet, color seems to be what they focus on....

Answer 2

There is nothing wrong with marrying outside of your race. Marriage is based on love and respect, not on race, nationality, or anything else. Yes, sometimes it can be difficult for biracial children, but I think if parents surround themselves with caring friends and family both ethnicities will be celebrated.
Biologically speaking, there is a great reason for marrying outside of your own race, and that is creating a wider gene pool. Many biological problems exist in groups that inter-breed only amongst themselves for too long... and any farmer in the world will tell you that. Besides, bi-racial babies are almost always beautiful.
Difference is something to be celebrated. And I for one would hate it if everyone in the world had the same features I do.

Answer 3

I do not think marriage outside of ur race is wrong. God made all people equal. And in no way is it punishing the children of biracial couples. just beacuse their parents are different colors doesnt mean the child's life is ruined. Its not liek the child walks around with a sign that says my parents are biracial. I must use the age old saying. Don't judge a book by its cover.

Answer 4

Love sees no color. Some people believe it is wrong because that is the way their parents believe.

I see nothing wrong with different races blending into one. Have you seen biracial children? They are very beautiful!

It will be hard on the children if the couple cannot accept themselves. If they are worried about the future and what it entails, then they should seriously reconsider a relationship and marriage.

Answer 5

Of course not and don't let anyone tell you any different. Is there really a pure ethnic group? Hmm, unless they live in the deep jungles of the Amazon where the tribespeople are half naked, then I very much doubt it. I think everyone has a sprinkling of something other than what they say they are---and it may have happened in earlier generations.
For many of the Latino culture, it is a creation of several races, because back in the day, Spanish soldiers took advantage.
I say go for it, there will always be people who do not think highly of it, but many more are accepting of it. Ultimately though, it is what YOU think--so do what cha gotta do and be happy! XOXO

Answer 6

There is nothing wrong with interracial marriage. There may be some problems with relatives, friends, etc. but with perserverance these should disappear in time. As far a children go, mixed races create healthy and attractive children. There may be some extra pressures on the parent to explain the reaction or some people in society to help them adjust and understand.

Answer 7

There's nothing wrong with interracial marriages. Marrying a person from another race, though, poses a lot of challenges for the couple. Adjusting to one another is common but having to understanding another culture is quite different. When two people decide to live together for a considerable period of time they have to deal with a lot of issues and growing up in a two different values and traditions would bring those issues to a huge difficult level.

Answer 8

We're all a part of the human race,so to marry a differant species is wrong but I know what you mean.My husband is of a differant ethnicity than I am,so when the schools asked what race my kids were,I always said human,they've since changed the wording of that question,and I refuse to answer.God likes variety and that's obvious if you look at everything he created,so mixing things up a bit just adds more variety.The only problem I can see is that society doesn't accept this very well and it makes it hard on us sometimes,getting jobs,apartments,etc...

Answer 9

Why does appearace seem so important to people.
What is the person like, is he kind, responsible, has a good job.
Does he take drugs, smoke, drink, gamble. Would he beat his wife up. Would he allow me to have freedom of religion?
Would our religion be the same, or would that be a constant battle. How about money? Is he a spend thrift, spends more than he makes? Very conservative? Does he volenteer his time to help others? Or is he selfish? I read a book of questions similiar to these about how to pick the right man or woman.
Does he use bad language. But in the book i never remember seeing is he my race. I just can't see that coming up.

Answer 10

I'm in a biracial marriage and I see nothing wrong with the blending of two cultures. Our families see that we are happy and our union is strong. We have two girls, who are the cutest little things.
Yes sometimes you have to put up with stupid people, but that is their problem not yours. There is more love and acceptance in the world than you realize. Sometimes we train ourselves to only see the negative.
The number of biracial couples are growing in fast numbers. There is always going to be biracial couples so join the party of dance alone.