I totally agree...But in the same token we all must have to admit that this world is built on perception. Even as much as we would like to say that it shouldn't matter...it does. To be perfectly honest...as soon as you hear that name Shavanikia or Tequisha...you automatically assume that they are African American. Same thing with the rest of the world.
I don't believe that we should be limited to what we can name our legacy. The names that we bestow upon our children will have a significant meaning to them as well as ourselves. But we can't be blind to the fact that , that very same name may cause them added trouble down the road...
I guess that's where good ol' fashion home training, strong personal pride, work ethic, and tenacity fall in to place.
Those things that we should instill in our children no matter if they are called peggy sue or Asianikisha.
P.s. i apologize if i offend anyone if these happen to be your names..i swear...i just made them up...
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