Interracial Dating

One of my friends recently announced that she wants to date outside of her race. She received some very shocking negative comments while also receiving some positive and supportive comments as well. I asked her why she made the choice and to announce it in such a way. She told me that she is a very strong black woman who knows herself well, but she is fed up with dating men that all share the same views and opinions. She wanted to share her idea with family and friends to get their opinions before she accepted an invitation for a date from a nice white man. After her posting she was appalled by some of the responses she received from people close to her. It makes me wonder why a person would care about the opinions of family and friends regarding interracial dating. After our conversation I was left wondering what are some reasons others decide against or in favor of interracial dating?

Some people are curious. Dating from a different race and/or culture there is often an intriguing mystery. You have to learn not only about the person but their morals, values, and customs too. A former coworker confessed to me one time that he is only attracted to Asian women because of the mystery that surrounds them. He finds Asian features very attractive. Another friend confessed that she loves dating white men because she finds them attractive, she believes the paler the better.

Some people have very deep-rooted beliefs, believing some races to be inferior to others. One friend was proud to tell me how he is racist. He was raised to believe that he is privileged because of his race, and will not date anyone outside of his race because they inferior to him. Some people have had a bad experience with another race and just write off anyone from that race. Other people may be cautious of the social stigma they could face.

I believe it is ultimately up to the person, although others could argue that who you date affects others around you. Please share your opinions about interracial dating below!