Subsequent to a careful analysis of two headlines from the New York Times, and their respective articles, it has become increasingly clear that there are apparent modern racial and ethnic distinctions. Within these particular articles there are quasi-unnoticeable stigmas and fallacies concerning racial and ethnic divisions, that should not remain unapparent. It is imperative that society begins to cognize these seemingly inconspicuous racial and ethnic representations (which are generally accompanied by stigmatic and flawed connotations), and their potential consequences. It is also equally as important to note that racial and ethnic barriers can only be dismantled once society becomes aware that these segregations are constructed by society.
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On March 23rd, 2016 an article titled “Cuba Says It Has Solved Racism. Obama Isn’t So Sure” by Damien Cave was published to the New York Times. In summary, this article presented an anecdote that described Obama’s attempt to notify Cuba (in a speech during his recent sojourn to Cuba) that the racial and ethnic difficulties and segregations—that should have been abolished succeeding the Cuban Revolution—are “a critical and unresolved issue in Cuban society” (Obama). More shockingly, those who inhabit Cuba were both disturbed and surprised to have understood that racism has not been eradicated. This can be noted as detrimental, concerning both the United States of America, and Cuba (and perhaps others who reviewed this particular circumstance) – not only do Cubans require racial discriminatory reformation, but, moreover, the nuance of Obama’s expression seems to present that America has solved racial and ethnic inequalities, rather inaccurately. Oppositely, there are a plethora of racial and ethnic imbalances and negative dissimilarities within America. Furthermore, Obama disregarded other races and ethnicities that deviated from african descents. So, not only was president Barrack Obama misleading, but also, his advice was largely exclusive, leaving other minorities and segregated communities left apparently …show more content…
Although this headline may seem self-explanatory, further, this article presents a current controversy in the United States of America, regarding a greatly misunderstood position on racial and ethnic prejudicial progress. Similar to Damien Cave’s article, this specific article held a fixated standpoint on blacks and whites, indicating two, polar, or binary groups–black and white. Not only is this a manifestation of a racial borderline, but it is also an example of a deficiency that many people have acquired – understanding racism and ethnicity inclusively and comprehensively. This article contains powerful evidence both that civilization has not overcome racial discrimination and that we do not live in a post racial society. The author, Yamiche Alcindir, claimed: “African-Americans around the country said they were counting down the last 10 months of Mr. Obama’s term with pride, with sadness and also with a looming despair.” It is consequential to note that there are many other races who have followed Obama, and are concerned with the results of his absence. Over and above that, of course we should continue to recognize that there are different races; but, it’s undeniably pivotal that we, as a civilization, cognize the harmful effects of creating borders and limitations because of our differences.
On March 23rd, 2016 an article titled “Cuba Says It Has Solved Racism. Obama Isn’t So Sure” by Damien Cave was published to the New York Times. In summary, this article presented an anecdote that described Obama’s attempt to notify Cuba (in a speech during his recent sojourn to Cuba) that the racial and ethnic difficulties and segregations—that should have been abolished succeeding the Cuban Revolution—are “a critical and unresolved issue in Cuban society” (Obama). More shockingly, those who inhabit Cuba were both disturbed and surprised to have understood that racism has not been eradicated. This can be noted as detrimental, concerning both the United States of America, and Cuba (and perhaps others who reviewed this particular circumstance) – not only do Cubans require racial discriminatory reformation, but, moreover, the nuance of Obama’s expression seems to present that America has solved racial and ethnic inequalities, rather inaccurately. Oppositely, there are a plethora of racial and ethnic imbalances and negative dissimilarities within America. Furthermore, Obama disregarded other races and ethnicities that deviated from african descents. So, not only was president Barrack Obama misleading, but also, his advice was largely exclusive, leaving other minorities and segregated communities left apparently …show more content…
Although this headline may seem self-explanatory, further, this article presents a current controversy in the United States of America, regarding a greatly misunderstood position on racial and ethnic prejudicial progress. Similar to Damien Cave’s article, this specific article held a fixated standpoint on blacks and whites, indicating two, polar, or binary groups–black and white. Not only is this a manifestation of a racial borderline, but it is also an example of a deficiency that many people have acquired – understanding racism and ethnicity inclusively and comprehensively. This article contains powerful evidence both that civilization has not overcome racial discrimination and that we do not live in a post racial society. The author, Yamiche Alcindir, claimed: “African-Americans around the country said they were counting down the last 10 months of Mr. Obama’s term with pride, with sadness and also with a looming despair.” It is consequential to note that there are many other races who have followed Obama, and are concerned with the results of his absence. Over and above that, of course we should continue to recognize that there are different races; but, it’s undeniably pivotal that we, as a civilization, cognize the harmful effects of creating borders and limitations because of our differences.