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In reply to the discussion: School district starts classes separated by race. [View all]Jedi Guy
(3,501 posts)Previous generations fought, bled, suffered, and died to end segregation and "separate but equal" schooling, correctly identifying it as wrong, evil. Now here we are 60 years later and some people are saying, "Hey, let's try it again." What's that old saying about doing the same thing and expecting a different result?
As others have rightly pointed out, coexisting with others who don't look, think, or act like we do is a crucial skill we must learn if a multiracial liberal democracy is ever to reach its full potential. Segregating classes like this is undermining that ideal whether it's coming from a place of good intentions or not. It encourages tribal thinking and "us vs. them" mentalities, and no child should ever be told, "Sorry, you're not allowed in this classroom" because of their race. Period.