I'm 15 and I am 75 percent caucasian and 15 percent African American. I see a lot of racisim. A lot of the white people that are in this neiborhood [there are not a lot] are racist but they have to stay because they have no money. I also see a lot of African Americans that are racist. I feel that I should stick up for all races, but my problem is, I do it in a bad way. I end up screaming and acting a fool since it angers me so much. Is there a law that states that I can not do anything about racisim?? What can I do about racisim?? Also, is it right for me to stick up for all races, regaurdless if its my own race?? Im very curious... thanks
2007-02-11 17:45:45 · 11 answers · asked by I luv me some chris breezy 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I am touched at what you have to go through in your early part of your life. I honestly think you should pursue a career in civil rights and become a lawyer. Ask an adult to help you get information about civil right laws. You are at the right age (with experience) to start right now.
You have to choose your friends wisely. Any person who doesn't want to associate with another person for the wrong reason, you don't associate with them. Don't put up an attitude, just walk away.
Right now, you are too young to handle racism in your community. People die over racism. I want you to fight racism in the court rooms rather than on the streets.
Hope this help. Be safe and good luck.
2007-02-11 19:08:13 · answer #1 · answered by . 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sadly to say sweet heart this has been a problem for a long time. There are some things you can do. It does not hurt to continue to try to persuade people, one at at time is necessary. The very best thing you can do is pray and ask God for help and guidance. He will give you the best things you need to do. Even if you don't change anyone else, don't allow them to change you. Continue to treat everyone as you would like to be treated. And even if others don't treat you humanely, you take the high road and continue to do what you know is right. Who knows, by you continuing to just be yourself, could persuade someone. May God Bless U and I will be praying for you.
2007-02-11 17:51:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
You are a super kid and I would like to shake your hand I am white but I stick up for all people and look past their skin color or religious belief Do not change There is nothing you can do regarding racism EXCEPT be the perfect role model you are, Have a beautiful life and good luck
2007-02-11 17:52:14 · answer #3 · answered by devora k 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Calling somebody a P aki is rude, offensive and insulting so do no longer say it. common as that. that's not suitable that that's a shortened style of an prolonged be conscious. factor is, that's offensive, racist and for this reason unacceptable. effective in case you do no longer recommend to be offensive once you assert it yet once you assert an insulting be conscious that's taken as an insult no count what your intentions are. in case you do no longer choose to offend human beings then do no longer say issues which you comprehend will offend them. common. As for immigration in Britain...that's too complicated of a topic for me to get into.
2016-11-03 05:23:33 · answer #4 · answered by mosesjr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
personally i say to stay out of it. if you know a few people that are like that kindly tell them that you were offended and ask that they not be that way. i know of no laws. and yes it is right for you to stick up for all races. during the civil rights movement there were a lot of white people that helped african americans, and a lot that stuck up for them just because they knew that racism was wrong.
2007-02-11 17:52:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Honestly there is not much a person can do. you have the freedom to speak your mind. as long as you do not offend anyone. and speaking of law if thepeople you know that are racisit commit any hate/racist crimes then u will not have to do much but notify the authorities. But sweetie it is almost impossible for you to believe that you can change peoples opinion about races. you have to learn to accept it as long as no one is getting hurt or abused.
2007-02-11 17:52:09 · answer #6 · answered by Desire` 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First of all, please help me out with your math? Second, I have been a part of the Black student union(and I'm not Black), the Latin Student Org. and Multi-ultural Leadership Institute and you know, you can't help it. The thing that helps me the most is chosing to give up the people that have prejudices. Against age, sexual orientation, gender, religion, et al. it was hard at first but living in a world where my friends hate people for being ignorant feels so much better than always getting into fights. You sound strong, keep your head up.
2007-02-11 17:59:07 · answer #7 · answered by Orion Quest 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
You are just 15 and racism has been around for a longer period. You have plenty of time to grow out of it. Relax. There are others and its their turn to do something to end racism. They are in the Government.
2007-02-11 18:00:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Racism will only have a chance at ending when it ceases to be used as an excuse, so the best thing you can do to do your part to end it is to rise above it. Those people who treat you that way are just stupid. Rise above it.
2007-02-11 17:51:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think it is right, we're all human, you peel our skin off and is the same human body. Color/race should not be a factor for people to judge you. They should see you for who you are. You sound very mature.
2007-02-11 17:51:31 · answer #10 · answered by amig 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋