I can’t help being born white
Christina Sinclair,
Warren, RI
I try my best to stay out of the line of fire when it comes to race. As far as I’m concerned as long as my own thoughts and opinions are private and locked away if they aren’t socially acceptable and I’m not hurting anyone then why can’t I think the way I do??? Why do I need to change? I didn’t do anything wrong so it’s not fair to those of us who just don’t care about any of it.
I feel guilty, being born white.
Hayley Franklin,
Virginia Beach, VA.
We must let go for equality
Katie Foxx,
San Jose, CA.
I shouldn’t have to feel ashamed of who I am. Because I was born white people automatically assume I’m racist and have had everything given to me and have never bared any hardships myself, and never been a victim of racism. I shouldn’t have to worry about everything that I say or what I look at for fear of offending someone and them assuming I’m racist. I have friends of all ethnic backgrounds. For us to truly be free of racism we must first let go that there is differences between us. We need to stop classifying each other as one thing or another. We need to stop classifying ourselves. I am not white I ‘m Human.
Be yourself, lose. Be others, win!
Rowanne Moon So,
Campbell, CA.
This race card is most relatable to those who were born as a Caucasian individual. In the country we reside in, we are dominated by people with a white complexion and that seems to always win everything over all.
White pride? Pride comes from accomplishments!
Melissa,
Canada.
I think “white pride” and “white guilt” are useless. Proud of who you are? Great! But don’t be proud of something arbitrary, like your white skin. Can’t “help” being born white? That’s too bad. But still take the time to see how your life may be easier than the lives of people who have been oppressed and continue being oppressed due to their skin colour. Have some empathy. Love your fellow man and be proud of that! 🙂
