Is there a lot of racial discrimination in America and the Americans do not like the foreigners?

Answer 1

There is a good deal of racial discrimination in America. First, one can look at the historical context which places a series of divisions, whether it be socioeconomic, cultural or geographical, which divides racial and ethnics groups. This is compounded by a need to socialize and desires for in-group identification. This in-group/out-group differentiation is part of core social group functioning in the larger competition for resources, plainly put we non-consciously are attempting to make our niche the best one out there. Therefore, it is not so much a question of the human need to discriminate based on race, but rather based on any criteria of out-group differences. Other discrimination occurs in America, such as discrimination based on age, gender, sexual-orientation, education, socioeconomic status.

The fact that Americans, or any other nationality, do not like foreigners is not surprising. In this model of social interaction, it is a question of what context does an individual use to identify himself or herself to an in-group. In terms of European Americans, an individual of Italian background may identify himself or herself as Italian, and as such be more open to people of Italian background despite their country of affiliation, but on the other hand may identify less with an Irish American. This is, of course, hypothetically speaking. Again, hypothetically speaking, in a historical context, World War II era Americans may have been less open to Japanese citizens or individuals of Japanese background. In the 21st century though, Japan has become politically alligned with America and elements of Japanese culture have been intertwined directly with mainstream American culture (eg movies such as Kill Bill, video games, etc). As such, it would stand to reason that since this culture has been incorporated into the larger cultural ingroup without being pressed by an outgroup, it would be better accepted (assuming that the individual does indeed identify with these cultural aspects following assimilation).

Answer 2

Although we can't totally generalize the U.S. as a society that is completely dominated by racial discrimination, we have to take into account that the U.S. was built on this very idea of racism and white supremacy. Its what made the United States the most economically successful country today. There are still facets of this racially discriminatory society found in racist ideology, which includes the discrimination and prejudice against foreigners, especially those who physically appear to be so. The newest emergence of this phenomena has been the post 9/11 discrimination of Arabs and Muslims, regardless of their religious or ethnic affiliation. I would say that yes, there is still a strong presence of racial discrimination in the U.S. and that it is difficult for possible for foreigners to become accepted there.

Answer 3

There is racial discrimination everywhere, not just the USA. And like anywhere in there world there are people suspicious of foreigners. Do both exist here of course. I am African American, I have had some sad experiences, but its hardly a day to day occurence, nor something I spend a whole lot of time thinking about. I cant really answer for immigrants.

Answer 4

That is false. There is more racial discrimination in foreign countries than there is here, and sometimes of their own people! Take for example Old South Africa...how many years did they live in apartheid? How many years did they live under that system, where blacks and mulattos and whites and Indians were all different classes? Yet Africa rightfully belonged to the black people, didn't it?

There is lack of tolerance, discrimination, racism, and segregation all around the world, not just here in the US. Look in every country and you'll find it.

Answer 5

i think there made be discrimination in america,everybody has there point of view and i think there is discrimination in the foriegn countries too! my problem with foriegners is if u want to make america ur home ...u should be able to speak the language and understand it! also u should be a positive instead of a negative ...meaning,dont come here if u r in trouble in ur own country,come here and work and make america a good place to live ...dont just come here illegally and sell drugs and think u can live here for free!work and make ur own benefits,dont take the ones we worked for!what do u have to contribute to making this country a better place to live!...that is my opinion!

Answer 6

i think it depends on a lot of different things. where you were raised could be a big factor. if you grew up in a home where your parents instilled the idea in your mind that "different was bad," you may grow up to be less tolerant of other groups. it also depends on the experience you had with the people you are prejudiced against. look at hitler for instance. his mother died under a jewish doctor, which although wasn't the cause of his anti-semitism, it added to it significantly. aside from experience and the way you were raised, sometimes, people just don't like other people because they are different in the way they look, act, speak, believe, etc...

Answer 7

yes, i believe that racial discrimination does still exist here in america. the groups that are specifically discriminated against are:
a. white males
b. mexican immigrants
c. gays and lesbians
d. children in our poorer school districts
e. anyone suffering from hunger and poverty

Answer 8

I belive america is a nation of all people. There are simply just to many retarted (not litteraly) People that say things like mexicans are takeing our jobs and stupid **** like that. But no amarica is not a racist nation

Answer 9

that's hogwash. people/foreigners are discriminated against anywhere they dont assimilate or look different. peace