Ok, just got back from Barnes and Noble's and in the African American section there is a book where a Black woman is examining the relationships Black men have with White women and why they have them. I look it over, and basically see another "Black Man's Guide to Understanding the Black Woman" (Horrible book) and pass it over. But it got me to thinking: Why does America put so much emphasis in staying true to one's races when it comes to relationships? Don't get me wrong, I'm not naive enough to think racism is gone, but it's a ridiculous idea that races still can't completely intermingle. So what if a White woman, or any other woman, wants a Black man? I'm not going to chase them away. There are similar books from all races out there about staying true. What's up with that?
2007-10-27 09:52:34 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
L.H. This question has nothing to do with the fact it was Black and White. To answer, yes, I date a Black male. Not because I'm staying true, but because he does more for me than my last boyfriend, a Hispanic male. I asked this question because I find it purely ridiculous that in 2007 Black people STILL can't be fine with the idea that we CO-EXIST with what you call 'the enemy.' Just by you saying that you would never date a White man because he is the 'enemy' proves my point. We are too hung up on staying true to our race.
2007-10-27 10:09:12 · update #1
There is only one kind if woman I like! The kind that likes me! I'm race indifferent.
2007-10-27 10:01:30 · answer #1 · answered by Incognito 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's quite simple. People fear what they do not know. Most people are not very well acquainted with interracial relationships and they feel uncomfortable when they are around people who are in these types of relationships. They say "stick to your race" simply because that's what they believe you should do. If you were to ask someone why they thought everyone should stick to their own races, they would not be able to come up with a substantial answer to you simply because there is none.
2007-10-27 19:32:48 · answer #2 · answered by Qwerty™ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Simply put, I believe in a person dating who they want to date. I would never allow politics, other people, or books to dictate my choices. Great men (as do lousy ones) come in all flavors.
2007-10-27 21:22:03 · answer #3 · answered by ValleyViolet 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's easier to stick with your own race. Plain and Simple.
2007-10-27 16:57:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Here is my question: why can't people accept the fact that it is human nature to have relationships with people who are similar to them?
2007-10-27 17:02:29 · answer #5 · answered by Cody C 3 · 0⤊ 4⤋
I don't know...it's pretty stupid actually...i don't care what people think, as long as my man is cute...AND nice
2007-10-27 16:56:41 · answer #6 · answered by cai 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋