marrt
Platinum Member
Being Caucasian Isn\'t Worth The Risk.
For some time, I have been researching the issue of race. I’m thinking about getting a new job and moving to California, so I’m ready for a change. I have carefully considered the Big 3, Caucasian, African American, and Hispanic. In the end I have concluded that being Caucasian isn’t worth the risk.
My conclusion is based on three factors: access to “entitlements” or special race based privileges, ability to avoid responsibility, or defer blame, for my personal behavior (should the need arise), and ability to have a sense of pride or brotherhood that comes from being a minority member of society.
As a male under the age of 40, I would not have access to any entitlements or antidiscrimination policies if I chose Caucasian as my primary race. In fact, I would be a member of the only group that can be legally discriminated against through programs such as “affirmative action.” Not very appealing.
If, in a fit of rage or temporary loss of self-control, I committed a criminal act, I would not be able to blame a repressive society and years of discrimination for my actions. This lack of an “explanation” for my behavior would increase the risk that I would receive just punishment for my crime.
And finally, Caucasians no longer have a distinct cultural identity, like other races. Let’s face it, its kind of boring to be Caucasian. Caucasians no longer have to worry about big issues, like a good paying jobs, buying a house, education for the kids, etc… Life is so good that they are often reduced to attacking each other personally over the most minor issues, like what brand of wheel barrow to buy or some other non-consequential debate. This lack of a “Big Issue” to focus on is leading to a decline in their cultural identity.
Therefore, I am convinced that being Caucasian isn’t worth the risk. I’m now considering African American (aka Black), Hispanic, or even one of the “Off Brand” races. If I can afford it, I may even consider one of the Premium races, like Jewish.
Later.
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For some time, I have been researching the issue of race. I’m thinking about getting a new job and moving to California, so I’m ready for a change. I have carefully considered the Big 3, Caucasian, African American, and Hispanic. In the end I have concluded that being Caucasian isn’t worth the risk.
My conclusion is based on three factors: access to “entitlements” or special race based privileges, ability to avoid responsibility, or defer blame, for my personal behavior (should the need arise), and ability to have a sense of pride or brotherhood that comes from being a minority member of society.
As a male under the age of 40, I would not have access to any entitlements or antidiscrimination policies if I chose Caucasian as my primary race. In fact, I would be a member of the only group that can be legally discriminated against through programs such as “affirmative action.” Not very appealing.
If, in a fit of rage or temporary loss of self-control, I committed a criminal act, I would not be able to blame a repressive society and years of discrimination for my actions. This lack of an “explanation” for my behavior would increase the risk that I would receive just punishment for my crime.
And finally, Caucasians no longer have a distinct cultural identity, like other races. Let’s face it, its kind of boring to be Caucasian. Caucasians no longer have to worry about big issues, like a good paying jobs, buying a house, education for the kids, etc… Life is so good that they are often reduced to attacking each other personally over the most minor issues, like what brand of wheel barrow to buy or some other non-consequential debate. This lack of a “Big Issue” to focus on is leading to a decline in their cultural identity.
Therefore, I am convinced that being Caucasian isn’t worth the risk. I’m now considering African American (aka Black), Hispanic, or even one of the “Off Brand” races. If I can afford it, I may even consider one of the Premium races, like Jewish.
Later.
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