One day, when I was in 8th grade, I was doing my work. Usually, I wouldn't talk and I'd just sit back listening. During this time, we were discussing politics and the subject of Donald Trump arises. An African American child raised his hand and says that white people were voting for Donald Trump. I shot my hand up and said "Although I am white, my family is NOT voting for Donald Trump." Consequently, he intensifies the situation by describing that African Americans, along with Latinos, were going to be deported. Immediately, I felt disrespected. I'd never say such words, especially, words that could possibly offend others. Just the fact that I was stereotyped on such a sensitive subject, I was still kind and calm. After talking with my teacher,
