Shouldn't the Caucasians in the USA have the right to be proud of their heritage without?
445670
Now you know how it feels to be attacked for nothing.  Deal with it.
108516
I'm black and I see nothing wrong with being proud to be white or black.  You should be proud of who you are.  But yes, it is a double standard in society.  I think that if more whites did not worry about being politically correct and say what you feel, sooner or later blacks would just "get over it".  But since we rarely hear whites show their pride, it's received the wrong way.  Any type of racial double standards are based on our own ignorance.
238306
Of course they're not racist!  That would be illegal! :-)\n\nOn the other hand, people feel better about themselves if they earn something by merit rather than some factor they can't control like who their parents are or where they came from.\n\nBesides, in the melting pot that is this country what do people who have mixed racial backgrounds do?  Claim the one with the most benefits?
1003839
I think its important to learn about the history of different cultures, however, its unfortunate that different communities feel the need to label it as "black history" or "Hispanic History" etc...  This, in my opinion, causes more of a problem, the labeling.  It should all be taught, all year round as simply history.  Maybe in the 60's and 70's there was a need for such labeling, but its gone on too long, we're integrated, its time to move on.  Now, to be honest, there is a double standard you'll never see Caucasian TV or Caucasian history month or the Caucasian college fund etc... and thats because it would immediately be labeled as racist.  Now be serious, don't you think its unfair that race plays a factor when it comes to college entraces?  Don't you think that the quota system is just reverse racism?  Again, there was a time for it, and now that time is long since gone.  None of this upsets me, I really don't care, I think I'm just pointing out the obvious here.  Now there are a few things that do make me wonder, first, there are quite a bit of African Americans who like to portray the "thug life" or "gangsta life", these people act like morons in public and, I believe are a discredit to their culture.  I wonder what Dr. King would say if he saw those people?  Would he be proud?  Now, I do want to say that I don't judge a whole culture based on those few, however, it is understandable why someone might cross the street to avoid those individuals when they see them.  Its also understandable why someone might have preconcieved ideas about someone who walks around with pants that hang below their behinds with their underwear showing and a tee shirt that hangs to their knees.  Also I know its not just African Americans that do this, there are plenty of white's that act just the same, and I think that they're even more rediculous and an even greater blemish.
835738
In a perfect world there would be no distinctions b/w race, gender or even religion. But since this is the United States and African-Americans are the largest and longest established minority group, I think we can cut them some slack as the spokesman-race for all other minorities. Just a thought.
139515
Yes because being an American and/or in America guarantees the "right" to free speech.\n\nSee how cool that is, we may not agree with your assertion, but we'll defend your right to say it!! God Bless America!
1032591
Remember that originally there were more Native Americans than Caucasians.  The country is just restoring its natural balance.
427072
Nope.  It's a truancy issue and if they're American, they should realize how illegal immigration is hurting America.  I'm not against minorities, and it's fine to be proud of your heritage, but this is a problem facing America.  Think about how if we can't control people sneaking into our country, then we for damn sure can't stop a terrorist from getting in.
135609
The dislike of the Latino community by Caucasians is a fallacy.  There are those who would like to play the issue of illegal immigrants (or undocumented workers, however you prefer) as a race issue.  It is not an issue of race, it is an issue of persons breaking the law and being allowed to do so with impunity.\n\nThere are arguments that these workers are contributing members of society who pay taxes (albeit using stolen or falsified Social Security numbers, another crime).  I agree, they are providing services to American society.  However, the notion that they contributing members is false.  Those that do pay taxes are entitled to a full refund due to their low income status.  In addition, taxpayer funded service are used by these workers at rate much higher than they could ever repay.\n\nLets say for the sake of argument that they do not use any of the safety nets of American society such as welfare, healthcare or food programs.  Their children still attend American schools to the tune of $12,000-$15,000/year for California students.  Multiply this by even two children and you have easily exceeded the maximum INCOME of the workers, much less the small amounts they pay in taxes.\n\nThe problem comes down to frustration from those who have obeyed the law and are paying into the tax system seeing others who have broken the law and are getting full use out of system that those who pay for it are not allowed to use because they make too much money.  It is simply unfair.\n\nAnd before anyone posts that it is unfair that these workers are in such bad straights, that is an issue with the Mexican government that cannot be fixed by the United States unless you are advocating that we invade Mexico and oust their government as we did in Iraq.\n\nI would also like to head off the idea that I am just one of those racist Caucasians as my wife is Mexican, the daughter of a LEGAL immigrant who became a United State citizen.
400107
We shouldn't "bow down" to anyone. We are american citizens, most of us 2nd or 3rd generation foreign-born. Our ancestors had to deal with racism and religion problems and the language difference, and so should immigrants now. If they want us to do anything for them, they should learn English and about our culture and take the Citizenship Test, then we'll go from there.
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Not at all.\n\nIt makes me think that you are familiar and pleased of your history and your parentage, and that you wish to cultivate it and teach it to your children.\n\nIf you say it in the context of exclusivity, then maybe someone would think you were being hateful. But being proud of your heritage is nothing to be ashamed of.
1041027
It is ridiculous the way african americans always have to try and make the white caucasions look as if they are being prejudice. Life is not a racial issue and should not be looked at that way. Everyone has has their own inner beauty and should let that overide any feelings of hate and or prejudice. I sometimes wonder if the african americans are more prejudice than the caucasions that surround them.
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Well you can say it because as you said you have the right to say anything you like.  Just keep in mine they have the right to get angry as you do if someone called you something your not. I'm not saying it right I’m say that's the way it is.  Now being of African descent it would offend me greatly if some called me that in fact when my friend uses to I would tell them I’m not a nig anything, call me by my name or just don't call me.  Now why they do it is the same reason that people call themselves Christian today. Although both roots are from a negative origin, they have chosen to uses it as an expression to communicate some fellowship and commonest with Christ or in the African American community with each other.  So, I hope you understand my answer, once again I think it is stupid to identify yourself with a word your enemy came up with or mispronounce to identify you with but hah that just my opinion.\n\n\n\nLet me first say I called myself of African descent, so not all Americans of African decent call themselves African-Americans.  No as far as them being black and your and other Europeans being white is just foolishness. Just look in a mirror one day wearing a white T-shirt then you'll see what color you truly are. The so-called "black-man" is not black as far as the color of his skin goes but dark brown.  Not every one of us call our women ho.. Or Biches, and other degrading name just like not all Americans of many so-call races, call their women out of their names.  From personal experience I have heard some so-call white friend of mine call not only their girlfriend biches to their faces, but their mothers as well. Now would you think its' true or fair to assume or teach that all so-called white people call their parents out of their just because those idiots did?  There are many people of many “different colors of skin” who do not show their parents the popper respect they deserver as parents?  Would it not be wrong to say because some do it all do it?  Come on let not be so blinded by the media propaganda.  Now as far as abusers of social programs go, I’m sorry but the greatest abusers of social programs where by the same grope who started them.  Started for "white" by "whites" not others.  Hope you have a nice day.  No offence intended.
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I don't think this is a strictly american syndrome, and i hold no hatred twoards foreigners. We have social programs specifically help minorities/ ie affirmative action NAACP etc. And we are teh only superpower so I think that the superiority complex is innate. As far as discrimination and predjudice, I was in france and had a discussion with some french dude about why they all hate blacks, who moved to france from french colonies in africa. Also, look at Iraq, Sudan, and who can forget slobodan milosevic, in serbia...where not only do they hate ethnic groups but they assasinate them. So I guess in conclusion it is not a American issue but a human issue and I am farily certain it occurs in all racially diverse countries. Maybe the majority/ruling party likes using minorities as scape goats. Anyways dont hate on Americans, at least we try.
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p-cat-doll, you can't really say that "white people in general" have opporessed so many nationalities, and believe that, can you?  Give me a break!  The problem with many cultures, blacks included, is that they don't want to strive to live up to the American dream, or to conform to white american culture (no more slang? no way!) and so they continue to oppress THEMSELVES by using their culture as a fall back for the things they have done, do, and will do in the future.  It is only the non-white individuals that conform, get a great education, speak properly, act properly, and take responsibility for themselves that do well and are successful in America.  I know alot of non-whites who are well educated, well spoken, successful, middle class Americans, and you know why? Because they don't use their "culture" as an excuse (or blame whites) when they don't succeed.\n\nI totally disagree with you, and you are wrong.  Your kind of thinking is what keeps "other" nationalities behind in the United States.  It's not our fault, take responsibility!\n\n\nIn response to: p_cat_doll\n\n Hell No. White People in general have oppressed so many nationalities they should be banned from even having a calendar.
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Cultures tend to "Segregate" themselves by accident.  They want to have the opportunities the same as everyone else ... however, in order to do this they must first take the brave steps of leaving their cultures.  It's not only a problem for "Blacks", but "Mexicans",  "Asians", and even "Caucasians" have this difficulty of leaving the FAMILIAR for the UNFAMILIAR.\n\nIn your example, they are trying to teach their children to be PROUD of their heritage.  Sadly, they are discriminating against other cultures to accomplish this goal.  Secondly,  the LOUD issue ... well, to them Loudness takes away any feeling of unimportance and makes them feel important.  I would guess they are trying to build their own self-esteem as they are building their children's.  Again, sadly, they are focused on the one goal, and it appears this drive they have for their goal has offended you a tiny bit ... and I would guess this POSTURING that they're doing is keeping you from being buddy-buddy with them ... \n\nI guess this is a two way street where both cultures need to step back for advancement ... but I don't see it anytime soon since PRIDE in HERITAGE is the 'In Thing' today.
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I cannot stand when these people come to our country (USA) and then try to force THEIR culture on US.  If they are so proud of their heritage and their culture and way of life, they can JUST STAY WHERE THEY CAME FROM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!