As humans, we struggle to find our own identities. I am affiliated with the African American community. I am proud of my heritage, but also discouraged as well. Racism is a very prevalent matter in today’s society still. Being African American means there is no singular physical characteristic you’re supposed to have. We come in all different shapes, sizes, and shades. I had a difficult time fitting in some areas because I had lighter-toned skin than most of my friends. They saw me as superior and not truly African American enough because we weren’t the same color. In reality, the color of your skin is not as significant when we all belong to the same community looking out for one another. To be able to rise above the infighting and do something
