Many people believe that racism gives whites the faith they need in the war for freedom from other races, and gives us a sense of "pride and destiny". ... " (Atlantic) Much bias has been implemented by racist sects of society, thusly causing minorities to come up short because of simple prejudice. ... There is also the matter of ridiculous prejudice. ... Sadly, it exists everywhere throughout the world, because no human civilization can exist without prejudice. ... It can't be said if people will get over their prejudice, and one could have faith of such, but only time w...

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The Hong Wah Kues did not take many political stands, but were viewed as role models by the rest of the Chinese American communities and accepted that position with pride. "The Kues served as icons of racial pride to various Chinese communities across the United States and Canada" (Yep 59). The Kues took this leadership role with great respect and pride because they realized they instilled a sense of confidence in the rest of the Chinese community. While these Chinese American players of the Hong Wah Kues were not given fair treatment of pay and at times had to deal with racial prej...

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Those who consider themselves homosexual today still face prejudice and stereotyping, but have also found much support and encouragement in the American culture. ... A large amount of the support in the gay pride movement comes from the younger generations who have been influenced by their idols who they see posting on social media sites and hear giving speeches at awards ceremonies. Two obvious celebrities who are passionate about the gay pride movement are Macklemore and Lady Gaga. ... (Haggerty) Lady Gaga, another famous singer and bisexual herself, also had many songs devoted to gay pride ...

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The Honorable 54th Regiment The 54th regiment is honored for their bravery and attempt to bring about the best for their country, struggling through many barriers dealing with prejudice and discrimination, this regiment attacked and kept its strength to overcome their obstacles and become one of the first black regiment's to fight for the United States. ... This quote demonstrates the idea that there was a lot of discrimination and prejudice against the blacks, the fact that white individuals treated these black soldiers in a lowery manner, demonstrated how blacks felt hatred against...

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