Examples Of Diverging Viewpoints

As a Latino American that has lived in multiple states, I have witnessed some diverging viewpoints of social justice. These couple of years there has been a strong issue of the identity of minorities and what is our role in society. Issues of immigration, discrimination, and prejudice as a whole exist in a way society becomes uncomfortable to discuss in the United States. Through my educational career, I have experienced diverging viewpoints about controversial topics. While I may disagree with some individuals about their opinion it is still important to have an open mind for a discussion. In my experience and awareness living in multiple states has influenced how I see social issues. Before living in California, I lived in Texas and the attitudes there were very different than here. More than just political identity was the basis of community and diversity that was different living in the south than in the west. Especially considering I lived in mostly military bases, where the identity was based more on the military lifestyle than a racial one. Moving to California with diverse communities and ethnicities each having different norms was interesting and really eye-opening. Especially in regard
Before college social issues were more hypothetical and fewer people were prone to discussing them, especially in regards to immigration and discrimination. Students were more open to discuss their own personal struggles of feeling as though they were targeted because of circumstances that they had no control over like race and immigration status. I met people who openly discussed what difficulties they faced and how they were furthering their education to make a change. Their ambition motivated me as well as I found myself lucky for the privileges that I have, and be as willing to be aware of the social injustices around