Why do we announce "Diversity "so much here in the U.S. ?
463125
i think were "proud" about how diverse we are and it doesnt create as much violence or problems anymore. i think there are places that are seperate but thats because you feel more comfortable with people more like you, it shouldnt be a problem.
506838
its just because your skin. but there are more states and countries that treat equal opportunity to white, yellow, gold, green and black people, dig?
677485
Because the world is changing and diversity is the money of the future. No pure race will remain! May be one day we will find a Moslem as president of USA and an American as president of Saudi Arabia. And we already have a UK citizen as king of Jordan (Abdullah II) and a Haitian woman as Governor of Canada (Michaëlle Jean)!
1063972
Many schools have already begun offering coursework that deals with global issues, as well as study abroad and foreign exchange programs centered on a particular field or major.  Additionally, most large universities have students from all over the world.  So, diversity is reasonably well covered.  What's missing is the global community aspect.  Cooperative projects between students at US and foreign schools would go far to help students see the value and difficulties of living in a "Global Community."
467502
Yes it is there are many different cultures, languages,traditions, and beliefs in the U.S. the U.S. is a country of which ppl of different race and skin color can be free to believe in wat they want to and don't have to worry about ppl criticizing them about it.
400932
none of the above.  The US seems to attracts all kinds of people from all walks of life.  Its still a melting pot and all kinds of weirdos exist.  Some we like some we hate.  It's all a part of life.
1155775
Cultural diversity is important because it helps to explain why we are having such trouble in the World.  But it should not be forced upon us like groups that want everything to be totally equal.  One of the things that I have dealt with is people from other parts of the World with different cultures and accents.  I have found that it is easier to deal with people from other parts of the World than some of the people in the United States.  I have friends that come from various backgrounds and different social economical classes.
1103817
hear hear!  I'm canadian and believe it is an intentional choice, so as to marginalize any other americans, we must be sub-categorized as if we north americans are less important.  (also south, central, latin, african, etc, etc.)
1036261
because americans are afraid to be a part of the group... they want to look like the outsiders/dominators.... stupid if you ask me, especially when both our sothern and nothern neighboors trade and work with the metric system everyday!
248949
Even though I am an American I have to agree with you.  So many people in this country take what we have for granted.  The south has always been labeled as an area of high discrimination..but I have been all around this country and trust me..it exists just as much in the north and out west as it does here..I think its the American philosophy of me me me..and if you are not like me then you are against me..its a sad thing but luckily not all Americans are like that!
933274
Definitely. Hundreds of years ago, nearly all people were white. Although whites remian the largest diversity group today, all other races have increased in number. It's no wonder that America is frequently referred to as the "Melting Pot," due to its diversity.
926956
It sounds like you are self-conscious about how some "words come out". You did not say that other people make fun of you.  You deserve their respect, and I am sure you have that. With the right "mix" of people, you and your friends can even have some fun with those differences.  \n\nYour question really describes a major component of the richness and diversity that is The United States.  Be proud of your heritage.  Be proud of who you are.  Relax and enjoy the diversity. \n\nYou really are gifted.  Best wishes.
120610
So you don't generalize human behavior based on the actions of one culture. When that happens, you become incompetant to deal with a diversified population when you need to, hence the importance of always having a diverse client base.
1073733
From what I have heard, There is concern in th US because there is a lot of student dropouts, in school and in college. There seems to be a growing interest in finding a job fast and earning money than to progress intellectually (Although current education can sometimes be the contrary). There are more and more foreign students in higher education (Masters, Doctorates, PhD, etc...). I wouldn't be surprised if the day of tomorrow the all American citizen works in MacDonald's preparing hamburgers while Orientals, Arabs, Indians, Latins (just to name a few) are the new Business and Scientific leaders in the US.
507590
There's no getting around the fact that people from different geographic locations sound differently.\n\nThere's no getting around the fact that people with higher education typically have a better vocabulary.\n\nI would never presume to attach a skin color to these statements, nor should anyone else.\n\nPS. Every time I open my mouth people ask me if I'm from NY and if my family is in the mafia.
21807
Because people want other people to be like them. If everyone was the same then we would have another issue there in itself. Everyone is diverse. Just people don't realize that. We all come from different backgrounds no matter what color, sex, religion, race. We all have grown up in different ways.Someon might have grown up on a farm and someone else in the city, that is diversity. People are just too scared to want anything else or afraid on who or what they might meet, when in reality the person who is next to you could be your best friend instead they want to hide and not learn anything new.
454146
Because people hate what they don't know. It's really sad to see Americans say some things they do on here. It shows just how narrow minded we can be. It's a disgrace, and they're the ones who probably claim to be the most patriotic. Which is nothing but bs. Part of what makes this country so great is the diversity. Instead of such racism, they should show an eagerness to learn.