+518 Why do we have African Americans, Asian Americans, Indian Americans, etc? Can't we all just call each other Americans and take some pride in this country, amirite?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

What you call somebody has nothing to do with pride of your country.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I think you get my drift.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

(Samantha Jane): I don't actually. Why is it that when I say African American you think that I don't take pride in my country? Do you know why those terms are politically correct? Because it shows respect both to that person and to their roots. In fact, if there is anyone who should be called American, it's what we call Indians.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I completely agree with the op on this one. You say it is about showing respect, but how come all I hear I am is white. I have yet to be called something else. Until I can be called caucasion or even better, european american, then I will not call anyone else by their "politically correct" name.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

If you asked black, asian, etc americans, the majority wants there heritage represented, and not just blend in with everyone else

by Anonymous 13 years ago

America is a great mixing pot of almost every culture in the world (won't say all, because I may be wrong and corrected). We can all be Americans, but lets be able to acknowledge their heritage without being racist. The reason I normally say things like "African American" is because it's not socially correct to say just "African" or "Indian" when showing heritage. So, either way, no one wins. I think I confused myself... where was I going with this..? Ok, we can be proud of our culture, but we're all American/Human (kudos to Clever).

by Anonymous 13 years ago

So if we're going to be politically correct here, I'm going to come out and say that I am a proud British/German/Danish/French/Russian American. European American for short, I guess.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm Canadian but the principle stills applies. The thing is, I agree that we shouldn't let race separate us but at the same time when I meet someone of a different heritage I want to be able to talk to that person about their culture and learn more about their native language. I can't do that if I have to ignore their ethnicity. Culture is a beautiful thing and it should be recognized. Unfortunately, due to limitations of the English language, it's hard to do that without making reference to race or ethnicity.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

my thing is, most people who claim to be "african american" has never been anywhere near africa, nor has their parents. So, to me, if they are technically "african american" bc thats where their ancestors 100 years ago came from, then why shouldnt i be refered to as "german american" or "british american"? ext

by Anonymous 13 years ago

No. You want us to FORGET OUR ROOTS? fuck dat, bitch

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I think the term 'African-American' should only be used by people who can directly trace their roots to Africa. I'm a proud Black-American. Why should I not mention my ethnicity? It's all part of who I am.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I bet a white person wrote this.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Just throwing it out there America is not a country.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

You're missing the point? They are subsets used as descriptive Pronouns, how hard is it...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

well according to all these "i want to keep my roots" people... i know want to be referred to as "european-american" and will take great offense if im called just plain white.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

This is from some comedian I just forget their name

by Anonymous 13 years ago