We are considering moving from CA to kentucky.My 18 year old is mixed race.I'm wondering if that might be a problem??
2006-11-30 07:09:40 · 19 answers · asked by carole m 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
Just stay in the cities and out of the woods and you'll be ok.
2006-11-30 08:32:52 · answer #1 · answered by Sean 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly it depends what part of KY you're considering. The closer you are to a large city the less problems you'll have. I live in Northern Kentucky (Campbell County) and I can see split beliefs between the northern and southern ends of the county. There really aren't a lot of non-white people in my area -- just in the last 10 years we've started seeing diversification.
There is racism in this area, but nothing super severe like hate crimes. I have three cousins who are biracial (and live here in KY) -- they're strong people and can take comments lightly knowing racism is simply a sign of ignorance. I'm afraid racism is everywhere you go -- and some parts of KY are definitely worse than others. Black people are definitely not accepted around most parts near the Appalachian Mountains -- there's still a lot of ignorance down there.
Kentucky definitely has areas that are more diversified -- Louisville for example. As others have said, make a visit to the area you're considering first and see what kind of attitudes you encounter. Kentucky definitely is a gorgeous state even if in some areas of the state our people are very closed minded.
Good Luck!
2006-12-01 06:03:44 · answer #2 · answered by thatgirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well everywhere you go your going to find racism. However, Kentucky does has a lot of it. If you don't think your child is emotionally strong enough to deal with that, then maybe you should think twice about that but I would not let racism stop you from living your life. It only causes trouble in the long run and will make you and your child stronger. At 18, they should have learned or should learn how the world operates. It's not pretty at times but if you back off, then you let those racists win.
2006-11-30 07:16:17 · answer #3 · answered by cocoa198517 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all. There are many stereotypes of Southeastern people, most of which are just that--stereotypes. What matters more is how open you are to the culture of the people around you. You'll be the newcomer, of course, but a smiling face and friendly demeanor will break the ice very quickly. I'm originally from Tennessee, and am half Native and half Irish. Nobody really cared there, and unless you happen to run into a moron (which is possible anywhere as most people know!) I doubt anyone else will.
Good luck and I hope you have fun whether or not you decide to move!
2006-11-30 07:18:40 · answer #4 · answered by Danagasta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm from Kentucky and if you move here be ready for a culture shock!! Especially compared to CA. Racism is pretty bad here including the larger towns like Louisville and Lexington. I'm from Mt. Sterling and every other vehicle has a rebel flag on it and every other person has a dixie outfitters shirt on!!
2006-12-02 06:36:11 · answer #5 · answered by Melanie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I used to travel to KY I noticed less interaction between races then I do at home (SF Bay area in CA) so mixed race might be a problem.
I also have a friend who moved from CA to KY and he is always complaining and making jokes about the "rednecks" in KY. He's white, but liberal which maybe the problem with/for him.
If you can visit before you move you should be able to see how people react or don't react and that would be a good indicator
2006-11-30 07:26:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think that there is racism everywhere, you just have to be the better person and not let it get to you. I know this is easy to say but it is my firm belief that people who persecute others based only on their appearances are not worthy of my time, breath or anger to respond to them. Perhaps if they were never acknowledged they might eventually go away!
2006-11-30 07:14:23 · answer #7 · answered by msdeville96 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would stick to urban areas. In the country, there generally tends to be racism. Some can get by with an outgoing personality.
2006-11-30 07:19:05 · answer #8 · answered by Angel Baby 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky and to answer your question yes. It is job opportunities where it really hurts being a minority you will get nowhere near the job you are qualified for you can have a great education and work in Wal -Mart.
2006-11-30 07:17:11 · answer #9 · answered by pdiddy21182 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Racism is everywhere, I am afraid, even in Kentucky.
2006-11-30 07:21:49 · answer #10 · answered by Caleb's Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what parts in Kentucky. There are many black areas that hate white people. BE CAREFUL!
GOOD LUCK!
2006-11-30 07:25:39 · answer #11 · answered by leavemethefreakalone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋