What are some problems that you have run into with african americans/black people?
914926
I think sometimes they are defensive to a point of irrationality.  My guess is that it's not  on purpose but rather it's become a habit!  I think that when you feel different you are different...usually because you want to break the patterns that annoy you about you!
922176
Its called racial profiling.....Black Americans also suffer the same....Sad to say.....
1047026
I think that the biggest problem America has had  to overcome as a nation is racism, which is basically fear of someone different from you. And from struggling with that problem and then conquering it we have learned to be more accepting, we have learned so much about different cultures, and we have become a better nation full of diversity and open minds.  \n\nUnfortunately, I know that there are still some people out there who still can't let go of their fear and still hold on to racism and that is truly sad. \n\nI hope I helped:)
1115770
I was born in NY, but was raised all over the south and joined the military in florida and spent my whole career there.  am now in South Florida, near Miami and am very sorry that you are expierence the problems that you are, it still amazes me why we have so many different racial problems here in america.  just look at it this way, its there loss that they dont hire you, just dont give up, im sure something will come along
337808
I'm a black Latina,I am also 1/4 Mexican so I look at these people as fellow human beings and fellow Latinos. I will not turn my back on them whether legal,illegal,etc. I also deal with(all nationalities) people from all walks of life on a daily basis and I know the poverty and conditions they experienced in the old country.Just think 50 years ago people used to feel the same way about us blacks,people may say the situations are not similar,but they are.
662860
quite bad, we are all aware of incidents both national and local which call attention to the continuing racial tensions in our society. To address racism, it seems to me we need to recognize two things: that it exists in a variety of forms, some more subtle and others more obvious; and that there is something we can do about it even if we realize that what we say and the steps we take will not result in an immediate solution to a problem that spans generations. We must, however, confront this issue with the conviction that in some small way we can help to resolve it\n==> visit the sites below to read up more
740292
all i know is that they are haters. Black people had a bad history and look at us now. They are still trying to put down on us....well there is nothing to put down on now. [ex questions i've witnessed:\nhttp://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvtrRnnmeoJkUGXOlA4kincjzKIX?qid=20061101140754AA1alum\n\nhttp://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AufXq.WIIiJ75BO9AnAa0WUjzKIX?qid=20060920075718AAOIyqr ]\n\ni mean. i love ALL people.....this is nonsense.
726509
I see your view! But it is mighty funny how we see every other race trying to be like us. It seems as if almost everybody wants to be black so bad but yet they put us down. But I know why it's because we are unique we have our own style that some will never understand. Don't trip off of what others think about us just be proud that we have so many haters. We must keep on doing things to make them hate on us and continue to move on. But I also see the points of others some black people give off that vibe and make that reputation for us. But I don't because I know that I am not the stereotypical black person I am aobve others expectations of  what black people are.
537760
Be ourselves and not allow society to form our opinions or our judgments.  I'm a white girl, but my boyfriend's black.  We're madly in love, and both of our familys accept each of us...because we got to know eachother before making any judgements.  I hear rude stuff all the time, like, "He's a trader," and "Uh-uh, that don't make no sense."  I even get evil glares from white men when we go out...but I don't mind, cuz he's the one that I go home with at night, so that's all that matters.
398523
Yes, I must say that hearing African-Americans, or Black People (whichever they prefer to be called) complain of racism, has grown quite tiresome - like to the point where it's embarassingly laughable.  \n\nBeing of bi-racial ancestry (which includes an ethnic minority), myself, I have experienced all sorts of racism, but none has been so bitingly memorable as that I have experienced from A.Americans, or Black People.  \n\nIt is a little known fact that there are a lot of A.Americans/Black People who are doing their fair share to perpetuate all sorts of negative stereotypes, racism, hatred, and ignorance amongst THEMSELVES.  I find that completely deplorable. It's rather frightening, really, because a race that hates itself will, in all probability, eventually destroy itself.  There should be more strength and unity among this specific race of people, if for no other reason than the preservation of historical, traditional, cultural, developmental, educational, occupational, and spiritual values, instead of generating fodder for embarassing crime statistics.  \n\nThere are places in the United States, where crime in ethnically populated, or "urban" areas, is so out of control that the local law enforcement and/or government has little to no interest in taking any steps toward protecting those citizens or making any effort to reduce criminal activity in areas such as this because the residents of such neighborhoods are only menacing, terrorizing, stalking, molesting, assaulting, raping, robbing, and killing EACH OTHER.  \n\nI believe the self-destructive behavior, and INTRA-RACIAL HATRED of A.Americans/Black People is probably at the root of this problem in our society today...  \n\nSo yes, I DO feel that "the race card" (to use the parlance of our times) HAS been abused by A.Americans/Black People, because I know that as people, they cannot seriously expect anyone to respect their views, values, and ideas until they can begin to demonstrate solidarity amongst themselves.  It's unfortunate to say that, but I think it's true.
1034487
oh, poor you. I'm probably the farthest thing from being black you have ever seen, but I see this as one of the problems of black society. You are doing you best to bring yourself up, but other people just can't accept that. The problem is that there just aren't enough black role models who don't throw a ball or talk bad on rap albums about women, at least none that have any respect from the black community. Sorry I couldn't help you.
130143
I take it you meant Afro-Americans, right?  The spelling was incorrect.......I am a Black American.  And I can honestly say we are not the only aggressive race in the U.S., and I'm not sure what part of Africa you have visited but alot of Africans do not have the right to speak up on matters in their country.  Maybe that is why you don't think they are very aggressive.  But every race that I know of here in the U.S. is very vocal and aggressive when it comes to their rights.  I am sorry you feel that way about Blacks and your own country!:(
1107400
Who says it wrong to bring up slavery by anyone?  Blacks tend to use it as an excuse for historical problems.
119418
Why should it be a problem for African Americans come from the Carribeans? When everyday we have arabs, chinesse, and many more races coming from everywhere around the world to the U.S..
1041339
Many African Americans are prejudiced.  I lived in Cincinnati for three years and noticed a disturbing trend of many black people blaming their problems on white people.  \n\nI agree with what you stated about there being all types of "black-oriented" channels and clubs that specifically target, and refer to, their people; this is a great example of a double standard.  I have noticed the same thing with other races having exclusitivity in regards to organizations: Asian and Hispanic television stations and social clubs for example. If there was anything that referred to white people, it would definitely be considered racist.  We have the liberal, PC-minded spineless masses to thank for not standing up for OUR rights. Amen!
703908
I prefer to be called Black, not African American. No, I'm not from Africa but of course my ancestors are. But given the fact that many African Americans from Africa have treated me like sh*t like any other racist idiot, I'd rather not be called that. I have heard from many of them that we (Blacks) are not pure Africans and that we are a disgrace to their people. The ones I've encountered looks at us and treat us like dogs. I'm cool on them. Don't want to ever be associated with them. Don't get me wrong, not all of them are like that. But the majority I've encountered are.
505301
Race shouldn't be an issue, but it is. Its not right, but some people can't see beyond color. Its just something that we have to deal with I guess.\n\nEveryone doesn't know how to be mature.