Family and Racism

I've been on a trip from my homestate Oklahoma to Florida, and throughout my drive out and my stay here, I've noticed many connections between racism and family. I have seen more than ever the impact that parents have on future generations. Adults feel solid in their convictions because of their life experience, and unfortunately many adults don't realize or even try to emphasize the power of their words and actions on younger people. The problem here is that children really need to learn to form their own opinions by researching and discussing topics. What many parents want in their offspring is a miniature of themselves, but they need to understand that a child is an independent person that needs to take everything in in equal doses and shape an opinion and a personality on their own. This will ensure an open-minded, strong, decisive adult upon reaching maturity.