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Old 02-19-2004, 04:50 PM
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Racial classification is very personal for all of us. There are some that prefer to be called African American, while others prefer Black. However, for those of mixed heritage, solo inclusion in one group excludes not just the other group, but the other parent.

Imagine being a Black woman with an Asian husband and your child refused to be called Black. How would that make you feel as a mother? As a woman? As a Black woman? That child is undoubtebly considering that at some point in life as well.

I commend those who acknowledge all the components of their cultural collage. But we shouldn't chastise those who refer to something other than what we think they should. The world can be complicated enough for everyone with anything other than purely White heritage and features.
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