The 21st century is becoming the more accepting era. Of course not all individuals are as accepting of change as others, but, the barrier of following the more "traditional values" is breaking down.
As time continues to move and change, interracial dating has become more common than same-sex dating. Is this a good or bad thing? - Well, that is all up to your personal perspective.
According to other articles, about 15 percent of newlywed couples in 2010 were between interracial spouses. This rate nearly doubled the level of 6.7% calculated back in 1980.
See: Study: interracial-marriage, acceptance
There is a new epidemic emerging in the 21st century where almost 10% of whites have married out of their race!
25% of Hispanics, 30% of Asians, and about 20% African Americans - all data from 2010 that shows the percentage of all newly weds that have married outside of their race or ethnicity.
In NYC, race is hardly an issue. Everywhere you look there are people of all different colors, sizes, races, and ethnicities.
In today's world, many young adults find themselves with friends and coworkers of diverse racial backgrounds. With that, they are more willing to have relationships with those of other races and cultures.
There is doubt that the need for diversity is the reason for marrying out of their culture. Many times, if not most, (hopefully) young adults are able to look passed the race and date others for who they are. (corny but true)
There are many families who have grown up with strong traditions and strong customs where marrying those of the same race is crucial. Sometimes it is matter of religion and other times it is a matter culture. So how did this "trend" begin? - Rebels of the 21st century! (...?)
One person had said, "even though I have grown up watching my mom only promote same culture dating, I have been able to find love and beauty in people who are not the same race as me. Living in New York City and traveling through the other five boroughs has allowed me to see that every race may be different but we are all the same as people."
Unfortunately, not all individuals feel this way. Racism is still a viral and affecting topic. Some towns and counties with dominating races and ethnicities have not been given the opportunity of diversity. And so, negative stereotypes are often passed down to future generations.
Is this a scandalous epidemic? Are most interracial relationships superficial? - Or is it safe to say that we are living in a world where Whites can soon date Hispanics and not face any consequences?
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