How Can We Improve Race Relations In Our Society?

Race is the classification of humans into groups based on genetics, social relations, appearance and genetics. In todays world, it is apparent that race is a factor that an individual will be judged on. It could be based on components such as political and religious views as well as their skin color. There is a clear divide between different races that is present today. There are many factors that are necessary to improve race and ethnic relations in the U.S society. To better understand and improve race relations in the U.S society, there needs to be an understanding of what race is and how it affects individuals. Omi and Wynant’s article “Racial Formation,” argues that race is a social concept. I agree that race is a social concept and not a biological concept. Race plays a major role in everyday life.
The environment that we grow up in plays a huge role on understanding race. The society that we live in today judges on every difference or similarity there is between individuals. Stereotyping is a negative way that people base their opinion on about someone. It is difficult to not snap judgment when first meeting someone but that is an important thing that society needs to stop doing. There is a bigger picture to someone than basing judgment off of their appearance. To improve race relations in the U.S. society, I think people need to speak out about their personal stories. When people hear about other individuals struggles I think they can connect to that person on a deeper level. They feel empathetic towards them and it has a lasting impact. And when they are confronted with new race relations the story that was shared will always be in the back of their minds. Speaking out and sharing personal stories is a great way for people to learn about each other and also share