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I was just reading something on the AARP website about Hispanics in America and I was reading some comments from people regarding the Hispanics that live here in the U.S. There is such ignorance when it comes to people writing about people of other nationalities. I am Hispanic born and raised in the Bronx, NY and my family was from Puerto Rico. My family dating back to my great grandparents and up until today has NEVER once applied for welfare, food stamps, medicaid or any other government program but yet according to some people I am still put in the category of those who are here illegally and using up the US Government programs. I don't think that is fair but it still happens. My family has always worked hard and never asked for any handouts from anyone and I am proud to say that. Why am I any different? I am proud to be an American just like everyone else. Our country needs us to be united so let us all be as ONE and give thanks to God for what we have.
Prejudice & racism has always been in existence in the country. There are too many people who have opinions based on propaganda and misinformation. Today more and more people continue to escalate the misinformation in an attempt to rally a group of people. It is difficult to sort through rumor, urban legends, myths and the like when so many bigoted people perpetuate them. The history of the nation shows far too many periods of time when citizens continued this attitude towards others. Tolerance and understanding is lacking for the most part, they simply forget that this country is a melting pot and we as a nation are better for it.
I was taught to accept people for WHO they are, not WHAT they are. As a result, I have a diverse and unique group of friends and family, and a few weird ones too.
When people discuss Hispanics these days, they are generally referring to those south of the border. Someone from Puerto Rico's nationality is American. Apples and oranges.
When people discuss Hispanics these days, they are generally referring to those south of the border. Someone from Puerto Rico's nationality is American. Apples and oranges.
I actually think the problem is people consider every Hispanic as being from the same country or having the same background...
We are a better nation because of our diversity. How do you identify the ethnic, nationality or color of a soul?
You have said it very well, my friend.
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