34831
General Discussion / Re: American Election Megathread
« on: February 10, 2012, 03:10:13 am »
The colored paper thing, if it's even true, is stupid. Learning about how people from different backgrounds live is a good thing. It leads to that melting pot you mentioned, as people adopt other ideas and traditions. Here in California, for instance, Cinco de Mayo is a fairly major event that people of all races and backgrounds celebrate.
I disagree that the purpose of multiculturalism is driving wedges between different groups. I think the purpose is to share ideas, food, customs, and just about anything else you can think of, so you'll find something you like about other groups. Once you find something you like, it's easier to get along. If it's easier to get along, there is less tension and violence between groups. The whole thing morphs into a new culture greater than the sum of it's parts.
I disagree that the purpose of multiculturalism is driving wedges between different groups. I think the purpose is to share ideas, food, customs, and just about anything else you can think of, so you'll find something you like about other groups. Once you find something you like, it's easier to get along. If it's easier to get along, there is less tension and violence between groups. The whole thing morphs into a new culture greater than the sum of it's parts.
