Take a Stand....On Racism

An issue I feel most strongly about is definitely Racism. It bothers me that there are still such ignorant people in this world. I think its because I've met so many great people from all different cultures. I've always had friends and worked with a diverse population of people. I would be very hurt if someone judged me or them because of the color of our skin or ethnic background. Once I know that a person is in anyway racist, I lose respect for them. I have no desire to associate with people like this. It makes me so angry to think that people can be so closed minded. I dont understand how they can't see the beauty in us all. I think its disgusting that parents can teach their children to hate. I would never tell my child they couldn't have friends or love someone different then us. I couldn't imagine going through life and knowing only about my own ethnicity. I think that people that stay in their own little world are really missing out. Our differences are something that should be appreciated. I get so upset when I hear people being stereotyped. I wish people would just ask questions instead of making assumptions. I'm fascinated by what I've learned !