I have been reading some of the comments on race, and ive read a few where people say that blacks get alot handed to them. And they shouldnt complain. And that they should excel more than other races do since we get things handed to us on a silver platter. For example since this has been talked about alot lately, Affirmative Action.
Does anyone ever think that we had a rough start in this country. To be ripped away from out families and culture and native languages. And to be put in a place where you arent allowed to learn to read or write. And have to basically a culture that wasnt meant for you. I think these things have a psychological effect that has been passed down from generation. And please dont say awwwww it was 200 years ago get over you. Which means my great- great-grandparents were slaves to this country. And grandparents had to fight for their rights(I dont think we've won the battle YET).
2007-12-31 10:31:38 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
My grandparents were beaten and thrown out of school because they spoke French. My grandparents were denied an education and quit speaking French in their homes so their children could get an education. They are Cajun. Therefore, my parents don't speak fluent French like they should have and we're losing our language and some of our culture. That being said. A lot of folks have hard times but we get through them. I'm sadden because I can't speak French like I should be able to do. American Indians didn't have it so easily either. There are many nationalities that came over here and didn't have it easy and suffered hardships. Stop living in the past and be thankful for what you have today. None of us were here those generations ago and no one can go back and change anything. Happy New Year. 2D
2007-12-31 15:43:54 · answer #1 · answered by 2D 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
perchance he became attempting to declare that many blacks in united states of america are blended with different races, at the same time with white and the indigenous of the Americas. this could nicely be a fact, 80% of African people even have white ancestors and that's a brilliant variety. even nonetheless a lot of people do no longer understand that no longer ALL blacks in Africa have been darkish skinned and that they have got been easy, and totally African. like the Bushman, they have a golden dermis tone, easy golden regularly -- and that they are out in the solar of South Africa, BEING A TRIBE. think of them having the flexibility like a united states of america in the Midwest or something like Ohio, they could be very easy skinned.
2016-10-02 23:57:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! I'm black and native american, and my parents make WAYYYYYY to much money for me to ge ta lot of benefits. And yes, blacks still complain about slavery because it should have NEVER HAPPENED. Native Americans still complain about stolen lands because it should have NEVER HAPPENED.
2007-12-31 12:56:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes.THe goverment kisses black *ss all the time.
2007-12-31 11:30:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
No, YOU never had a rough start, your ancestors did
They are owed something, not their fortunate children
2007-12-31 10:44:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
They're definitely not more privileged.
But having obstacles means people need to overcome them, not bask in the past.
Other minorities that have similar poor socio-economical backgrounds do quite well after a few generations. It's a matter of discipline and attitude.
2007-12-31 10:37:20 · answer #6 · answered by Moo 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Geez, that's a bigoted idea. Remember that no group contains people that experience the same thing. Then you'll be fine.
The media likes to show the most provocative images and use the worst language. People of every stripe fall for what they see there all the time.
It's all show biz.
Some blacks come from families that are well educated, from centuries back, others come from families that were dragged into slavery. Some blacks 200 years ago were never slaves. They were called Free men. They all have a tougher way to go, but they all do grow.
Imagine if your family were slaves because of the color of their skin. There's no place to hide. Then someone comes along and says, you're all the same-- lazy and no good. How would you feel?
Compassion is important in a democracy.
2007-12-31 10:36:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋