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Because some people of the white race felt it only made sense. Being white must mean anything opposite is colored in; therefore, black people are branded with the title of "colored".
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What does NAACP stand up for?
NAtional association for the advancement of colored people. It was started back when they called black people "colored".
When did the term colored people become known as black people?
The term 'black people' was used originally to describe the African American race. Colored people was used in the 14th century, however was first used instead of "black people", in a NY Times article in 1851.
Is the term black man offensive?
Currently no, but at one time it was. Trends for these things change over time. It used to be that "black" was considered offensive and "coloured" was considered better (hence the name of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People in the USA), but now coloured/colored is very old-fashioned and may be considered offensive if used by a white person. Of course, the term "black man" might be considered somewhat offensive if used in a situation where there was no need to mention the man's colour at all.
Are people from Honduras considered Black people or are they from the Black Race?
You asked if they are black or black. Uh...
Are white people still races to black people?
It depends on the person and what their opinion is like if one colored guy thinks a non colored guy is raciest that is what he thinks.
How are black roses formed?
black roses are really deep red roses. or they're colored unaturally by people.
Are tri colored and calico cats the same thing?
Yes and no. Some tri-colored cats aren't calico but all calicos are tri-colored cats. To be considered a calico cat, a cat must be tri-colored, with areas of white, orange, and black hair.
What type of hair colored people tend to dye their hair the most?
blond or black
What was one method of recistance of ella baker?
She is created space from Black and colored people.
Why did Jim crow laws target colored people?
because they are black and everybody hated them
Are mixed people considered white?
Mixed people are almost never considered white, they're considered colored, even when they're half white. To be considered a white person you have to be fully white or look very white.
What is Black in Dutch?
If you mean the color its 'Zwart' If you mean colored people, its 'Neger'
