While I do believe that Kermit the Frog’s lament, “It’s not easy being green” had a comical effect for the young audience, I also believe the statement was a self-expression that many, if not all, people can feel on a daily basis. What I mean by that is, the word “green” can be substituted with “labeled”, “stereotyped” or any other word that describes a form of preconceived biases against certain people. In our recent election, discrimination was an easy tool for candidates to use and exploit against the minds of voters. Different ethnic, racial, and religious groups were targeted, causing strains on these people’s relationships and lives. Wearing a certain garment or showcasing certain parts of one’s culture became a difficult task, as
