I am not an animal and I am not a drink. I am not "mixed". Stop calling me that stupid term.
2007-01-20 13:08:30 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
I got over the offense years ago.
2007-01-20 13:11:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well as a Hispanic I can tell you I get tired of being referred to as not only the first Hispanic in my position, but also the first woman in a male dominated field. I understand why it's important to hold up these type of successful role models in society, but I can't wait until the day when we don't feel the need to. Because I want to be noted for being good at what I do, not because of my race or gender. I don't want a special category. I'd prefer 10th place against an open field, than first place in a special category. But personally I think it's the media that continues to promote these categorizations. It just give them something to write about.
2016-05-24 02:43:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I assume you are talking about being multi-racial (or a "mix" (read product) of at least 2 (or more) races). It's odd that you are offended by the term "mixed" when used to describe yourself, but not offended when it's used to describe animals (of two or more breeds). A mix is a combination of...Maybe you can use a thesaurus and come up with a synonym that you won't be offended by?
2007-01-20 13:17:00 · answer #3 · answered by thislifeisnotforme 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not offensive. The fact is ALL Americans with the exception of Native Americans and immigrants who have become American citizens are "mixed". It refers to more than one outstanding heritage.
There's no need to get so defensive or take things so personally.
2007-01-20 13:24:56 · answer #4 · answered by Artemiseos 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have not and I won't, don't take it too personal: its not that serious, you worry too much. Some scientists in England are trying to create hybrids of humans and cows, now that's a real mix. You are human, get over it.
2007-01-20 13:20:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bi-racial or Multi Cultured are the political correct terms.
2007-01-20 13:16:17 · answer #6 · answered by 520 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh honey bunches of oats. Don't let the litle things get you down. We are all "mixed" if you think about it. We all have 2 parents, so in rational thought...we are all "mixed" You have you a good night now honey.
2007-01-20 13:11:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
If you could add the correct term to your question, it would probably help a lot of people out.
best way to fight ignorance is through education.
2007-01-20 13:12:38 · answer #8 · answered by Kiss My Shaz 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
So then you perfer biracial........fine i have 4 cousins and they feel the same way but biracial just sounds so technical like youre a science expierment
2007-01-20 13:52:54 · answer #9 · answered by Im that girl! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
find how about bi-racial? mulatto is offensive to me because my daughter is "mixed" i don't like the whole half and half thing either...she isn't coffee and cream
2007-01-22 11:11:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋