Minority Report

The problem I have with so many minorities (race, gender, class, sexual orientation, age, etc) is when they play victims. You have a choice when marginalized to accept it and carry on the role of the minority, or deny it and live like everyone else. I know it's not that simple, but the second someone acts as the minority they have given the majority every right to treat them poorly. If you empower the majority by acknowledging your inferior status, then you will perpetuate the biases, the hate crimes, and the negative attitudes and prejudices. I understand that you should be proud of who you are, your heritage, your affiliations, your beliefs; however, an over-zealous acceptance and segregation of yourself based on these labels will only further your placement as the minority. Embrace it, but do not use it as a shelter. Please do not give in to someone else's will; you have to fight. Have honor and dignity--for yourself and your peers. You probably don't know it, but you are an example. Decide the type of man you want to be. It's the best advice I've ever received.