Miss Bonnie, I don't have any INDIAN blood in me that I KNOW of BUT,,,I KNOW IN-JUSTICE...And I HAVE BEEN THROUGH SURPRESSED
RESEVATIONS,,,,living in make shift shacks, and SO MANY going around with poor teeth and health issues...its sad...

Iam, there is a world wide trend here, take Africa, the Boers ( immigrant Dutch) mis-treat the native Africans. The Portoguese mis-treat the Native South American Indians and in Australia (prisoners from the United Kingdom sent to Australia as punishment for their crimes ) mis-treat the Aborigines. It is a case that the strong will always try to keep the weak down, it is very sad.

I have had the distinction of an older woman tell me, she does not date out of her race. Just starred at the note for a minute, then deleted! Everyone has a right to their preference. Unfortunate...

I don't know if it is actually race that most people have a problem with. (Although many are judged by thier skin color) I think its deeper than that. I think its more about understanding the other persons beliefs and customs. We are so segregated in America. We live in our little groups and form our little opinions about how Life is supposed to be. We all want to take pride in ourselves and in our heritage. Being proud doesn't give you the right to cut down others. Does it???

My parents taught us one valuble lesson. Judge the person not the skin color. I have friends of all ethnic backgrounds. I have found so much hate is deeply rooted from one generation passing the information to the next. I have a Mexican friend that is so bitter. He feels like an outcast even though he was born in this country. He justifys his place by going back to his Indian roots, Saying "You know my people were here first. Your people are the intruders" That is a strong belief And one that leads to hate. I was born here.......Where else would I call home????

AS far as dating outside of the racial lines. I have... If there is a connection then why should it matter. What often happens is the families on both sides have a problem with it. Relationships are delicate in the first place. How do you make one work if there is so much negative chatter from the ones that raised you?...the ones you grew up with?

Racism has been going on since the beginning of time...Its just one of those evils in Life...All we can do is make our little space in this world free from judgement...As far as the others, if they want to be simple and closed minded so be it...I don't have a Lifetime to waste trying to make them understand.

RACE!!!

No, never been a factor.

Don't understand it either....

Ok, here's my question, and sincere answers would be appreciated...

Am I considered racist if I just do not feel any attraction to other "races"

I don't think so, but I *do* think you're missing out on what could be a few good relationships. You can't help your attraction, but maybe you're ignoring some sub-conscious feelings that would open you up to new things.

I've dated out of my race and it was never an issue for me, my friends or my family.

And if I get crap from other people.... I figure it's not for them to say and screw 'em.

I think it's weird, because I can look at some one and say hey that is a really cute, goodlooking or hot guy, but I don't "feel" anything...

Is race important? Why if he can't race me around the room we are in big trouble... so race IS important. Dating after all is one big rat race, if you ask me! (sorry just had to throw that in there)

I dont see race as a factor for me at ALL..I have dated all races..it only matters how they treat me..not their race...

I can remember in the eighth grade when my earth science said if race bothers you then if your white marry a black person. If enough people do it then everyone will be a nice shade of brown and then you won't have to worry about it.

As long as they are in the "human race"... it dos'nt matter...

race really isn't important to me... i mean, in general, i'm more attracted to spanish guys... but i have no problem with tasting the rainbow...

race has never been an issue for me

Spicey wrote: Ok, here's my question, and sincere answers would be appreciated...

Am I considered racist if I just do not feel any attraction to other "races"

Having a preference is natural --otherwise we'd all be clones... There is a distinct difference between having a preference and being racist. Your respect for the other individuals determines how its perceived: as racism or choice

Am I gonna need new shoes for this race?

Would you marry someone from a different race???? Yes!!

<-------------------sits with popcorn and a big drink of juice...

Race? Ppppfffttt! Not competitive...I dont need to win.

Nah me either Jess....That's why I bought a car!!

I forget to look, at gender, the 'fabric' of a person, I am too busy 'seeing' the who of the person.


Sadie can I have a lift to the store, I may need more popcorn..