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Their ancestors came from Africa, so the term is as natural as the similar terms for other immigrant ethnic groups like Italian Americans, Swedish Americans, or Polish Americans. The big difference is that the ancestors of most African Americans didn't come here voluntarily. Another difference is that European Americans can easily lose their ethnic origins if they want, assimilating into the majority society so much that nobody can really guess their origins. That's hard when your skin color makes you stand out from the crowd.
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Why does everybody hate African-Americans?
Not everyone hates African Americans. It is how everybody you refer to were raised. HATE IT TAUGHT LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.
Is black Americans and African Americans are nationalities?
No. American is the correct term. Afro- American would mean, your ancestors are from "Africa". There is no country called Africa-America. Black is only a color like green, blue, red etc. Nationalities are the country you live in. Say like African, American, Jamaican, Indian etc.
Why do they call dark skinned Americans African-Americans when they are Americans just like I am if you are born with in the 50 states your American so lets eliminate the term African American?
Many white Americans call themselves Irish American, Italian American, or Asian American. The United States is a country if immigrants, and the people never gave up their history or culture when they came here. It is important for African Americans or black Americans to have a sense of history or purpose. Knowing where we come from will give us the self esteem to be positive and productive American citizens. My black friends hate to be called African-Americans. They were born in the US, their moms and grandmothers were born in the USA. The liberal media and Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton used the term African-American to separate themselves from the rest of the US. Equal, but separate is their goal. That term encourages racism and resentment!
What is you love yourself in black American English?
Black American English is not a language, If you are speaking of Black people in America you should refer to them as African Americans if anything, and if they are English speaking African Americans as your question seems to pose then they " you love yourself " would be " you love yourself " Either you are leading your question in hopes of a racist answer that you may find funny and no one else will or you really need to educate yourself. Sorry if the truth hurts.
What do the black codes refer to?
The Black Codes refers to the set of civil rights, or lack thereof, given to African Americans after the Civil War. Though the entire country had discriminatory laws like these, the term generally refers to the southern states.
Where do nigroes live?
It is inappropriate to use the term "nigroes." Please use the term "Black people" or "African Americans" to refer to individuals of African descent. Black people can be found living in many countries around the world, with large populations in the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, and Europe.
Why did fidel Castro refer African Americans as the most politically advanced group?
they were trying to change the system
Why were Negros called coons?
The term "coon" is a derogatory racial slur used to refer to African Americans. It is based on racist stereotypes and was used to dehumanize and demean Black individuals. This term is deeply offensive and inappropriate.
Who does the word negro refer to?
During slavery, those with black skin or of African American decent.
Why do Hebrew-Israelite Jews in America call themselves African-Americans?
Answer 1They don't. Jews do not identify as African-American, usually because they are Caucasian or Middle Eastern in complexion and originally of Middle-Eastern heritage (not African). When people refer to "Hebrew-Israelite Jews", they are referring to the Black Israelite Churches which are a Christian religion. See Answer 2, which discusses the views of this group.Answer 2According to the Black Israelite Churches, Ashkenazi, Khazars, and Sefardi Jews are not the true Jews they are Gentiles, and Edomites (descendants of Japeth, & Esau of the Bible), and they call themselves Jewish because they are not the original Jews. The Tribe of Judah Hebrew-Israelites are in fact the so-called African-Americans of today. The other Jews are the Tribe of Benjamin who are the Caribbeans such as Jamaicans, and Trinidadians, etc. All true Jews are in fact descendants of the Slaves during the Trans-Atlantic slave Ttade, not the Europeans that converted to the Jewish by religion which is why they don't call themselves Jews, but call themselves Jewish.[Comments Removed to Discussion Section]
What is the difference between African Americans and Africans?
The biggest difference is CULTURE; yes both are of the same race, which is understandable but culturally Africans(traditional tribal culture) and African Americans(westernized American culture) are very different. As a result both communities see things differently when it comes to many things that make up culture when it comes to language(which is different from one African country to another), customs, traditional practices(engagements, weddings, naming ceremonies), how the children are raised, traditional family practices, education, certain community beliefs(certain beliefs & influences African Americans do or except are not accepted in the African community) and etc. Not to add that by nationality African Americans are born in America and Africans are not, except the first or second generation Africans(or American born Africans). so in conclusion both communties are different, just because both communities are black is irrelevant(the only similarity that the race may bring between both of the communities is that both communities have experienced racism in westernized world's but the way it has been dealt with within each of the communities has been different).
Do you capitalize negro?
It is recommended to capitalize "Negro" when used to refer to a specific ethnic group, such as Negro Americans. Note that some may find this term outdated or offensive and prefer to use alternative terms like Black or African American.
