In today's society it seems that males and females get anger at each other for dating outside of their race. What is your opinion on Interracial Dating?

I know for myself, growing up in a predominantly African American school, it was taboo to be seen dating someone of another race, but I didn't care. To be honest with you, I had to put a few people in their place, because I can't deny who I am. You see, I come from a very ethically diverse background: Caucasian, African American, Asian Indian, Arawak Indian and the list continues. For me to say that I wouldn't date a person of another race, would be like denying myself. I was never raised to see color, and who I choose date, love, marry is MY choice.

What are your thoughts about the matter? Please note, that this discussion isn't posted to be a hostile discussion. I just like to see other people's reasoning on the subject, because it is becoming more and more prevalent.

In my opinion, I don't think it should matter. We were all created by God to live in peace and happiness. It is mankind that has made this an issue. It is a bigger deal in some communities than others. I think growing up in a diverse school/community would go a long way in learning not only the basic academics but ethnic tolerance.

My husband went to high school at a very diverse school. I attended a predominately caucasion school. He has a greater understanding and tolerance. I have to conciously think about what I say/do because I am afraid that something would be taken wrong. We are all people - lets get to know each other.

I asked myself this question in college: what would I do if an african american guy asked me out or I took him home to meet my parents? Now I have asked myself how I would react if one of my 3 daughters brought home a black guy. Through maturity and learning from my husband, I would not want it to be an issue. It would be a different experience for me but I would be accepting.

I don't think it should matter either. Relationships should be based on mutual affection and love, not race.

I realize many in society still have issues with interracial dating, but I wish ethnic groups could overcome this and be more accepting of people unlike themselves. I guess I don't understand why people get angry with one another if they date outside of their race. If two people are happy with one another and enjoy each other's company, other people should be happy for them. It's a shame there is still so much intolerance in the world.

My aunt is white and is dating a african american guy. They do get looks all the time from dibalief to discusted.It has to take a pretty strong person to be able to tolerate such behavior.They adore each other the have wonderful dreams they want to create together. Isn't that what we should focus on? I do believe it is becoming more tolerable these days but it should be the norm. People should remember, as long as they are happy and not bothering anybody that is all that should be considered. Maybe some day soon it will be excepted and not even thought about twice. :0)

Is interracial dating acceptable?

Well, I believe that shouldn't even be a question today. It is really a non-issue. Though civil rights improved drastically in the last half century, that does not change people's perceptions. It may be seen as something "looked down" on. However, if a person feels attracted to another person, no matter if they are white, black, brown or green, they should be able to decide to be with them without having their peers or "race" dictate who he or she may be with.

I can't really say I have a problem with it. It would be a little hypocritical if I did considering I am in an interracial relationship. I know from expirence though that they are people that have a problem with it. I can't really understand why they do. As long as two people love one another I don't think color, religion, culture, or even gender should matter. I think what should matter is that they love one another and that they can embrace their differences and live with it. The differences in religion and culture can be hard to over come for some couples especially if there is a big difference in the two. The hardest thing for my fiance and I is deciding on what music to listen to.

I totally agree with you Amanda. Who you date is your choice. Yes, people may treat interracial marriages with disrespect, but that should not deter you from your decision. It would be wrong to marry someone who you weren't in love with just because he/she fit the "traditional" mold.

Interracial dating is fine. I mean hey...we're all the same, we're just colored with a different crayon.

I have no problem with interracial dating. The only thing that gets to me is when someone dates outside of their race because they hate their own race, or because they want to make a statement. For example, if a black man wanted to date exclusively white women because he hates black women, that would irritate me alil. Or if a white woman wanted to date black guys to show black women that she can pull a black guy or because the have "bigger penis" (which isn't true), that would make me question whether it [interracial dating] was right in their case.

I don't see how race should affect a relationship whatsoever, and yet I think it plays to a bigger issue in society.

While I am by no means an avid Oprah viewer, she had an interesting show a few weeks back regarding racism in today's society. Basically, while most in society believe that they are not racist, there is a subconsious preference towards your own race. It is found in most every human being.

So I don't think the issue is whether or not society notices race, I think it is more how they respond.

I don't have a problem with interracial dating. The Bible teaches that we are equal in the eyes of Jehovah God so it should not matter if you are white or black. I am Hispanic - racially mixed really because my grandmother was from St. Croix. I almost married a Caucasian - white, blond, blue-eyed. Did do so because he was not my type. And, I must admit, my grandmother would have killed me. My grandmother had a big problem with interracial couples. She did not like to see them together and if we happened to pass an interracial couple in the street, she would stare rudely and make comments. I grew up in that atmosphere but I did not let it affect me.

It shouldn't matter at all. I myself have been involved in a interracial relationship. It didn't bother me but it bothered my parents. I think today's generation is more acceptable of it then those such as our parents. Several of my friend's parents are the same way while us, the children, have no problem with the idea at all. Skin is just a color, why should it stop us for having feelings for eachother?

The person who makes this serious decision is only you. Your family is your biggest influence with making decisions. The second largest influence is your friends.

A lot of people seem to be more comfortable dating someone their own race. There are always positives and negatives to this kind of decision making. Will your family approve and be welcoming to your new boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse? What kind of an influence will this make on your children?

If someone is loving and appreciates you and your family, I would support dating them, regardless of color.

Here is what I think. I think that love doesn't care what race,gender,size,shape,religion the person you are in love with is. Love doesn't care! I've dated an african man before. He was no different than any other guy except he had much darker skin. I think some people need to stop caring so much about what other people think about them and who they choice to date. Nothing can stop love.

I feel that interracial dating shouldn't be an issue as long as you are in love with a good, loving person. My parents came back for my college graduation and the issue of interracial dating came up, as well as inter-religious dating. Personally, I am open to dating anyone, regardless of these things. I was kind of saddened when my parents were speaking, because they sounded so racist. I don't know, maybe I'm being too judge mental. Their argument was that if the couple gets married their children will be lost within various cultures, which is interesting. I say this because my parents are Ethiopian and we were born in Saudi Arabia and grew up there, and we are completely lost. This issue is still a hot topic within my family and also within society. Which is sad because I feel that it shouldn't matter and I think my family should look at it as being a part of such various beautiful cultures and ways of life, as a pose to being lost.

I say its your own business. You be with who ever makes you happy. Im not the one dating him you are.. I came from a small town that only has caucasians and mexicans. But that didnt make me dislike african americans.. I dont judge on race i judge on personality. My basketball played them and i saw them as to be just like us no better now worse. As long as you treat me cool then were cool. There are people out there that might not agree with it but who are they to judge you. If you let the opinions of other affect your decision you are not doing what is best for you. Its your life and your heart not theirs!! I know a few white girls that only date african american men just because thats what they are attracted too. People are always gonna have opinions about things they dont like or understand. Life goes on and so will they.. lol

I do not have a problem with interracial dating and I think the concept of it is more widely accepted now than it has been ever before. I know tons of people who have dated outside their race and who have been happy in doing so. I think the problem comes from our grandparents and parents who were brought up and raised in an era where interracial dating was unacceptable. It is because of them and their views that kids today are hesitant in dating people who are different than themselves. To me it should not matter what race a person is because a relationship is based on so much more than that. If you connect with a person and find yourself thinking about them all the time, then don't let people stand in your way for what makes you happy.

Some of the most beautiful people in the world are interracial. Can you imagine if a rainbow was only blue and yellow? If all the flowers were of one kind, and one color, what a boring world that would make. Interracial relationships have been going on since before the time of Moses. He married an Ethiopian and he was Jewish; bet they had beautiful children. I’m Puerto Rican and I’m always asked what nationality I’m some think I’m French, some think I’m Native America, and some think I’m Hawaiian. I love to it when people do not know what I’m makes it more interesting to talk about. God has flavor if he did not their wouldn’t be so many different nationalities.

I believe that interracial dating is completely acceptable. Where did it become the normal thing to not really be acceptable to be able to date someone of a different race. If yo like someone then there should not be any restrictions as to who you could like. If you like someone form a different race and you are being scorned by your friends then they are not truly your friends. If you are being scorned by your family then they are probably just being stubborn, and possibly maybe e afraid because it is something different. You should not be told be anyone who you can and cannot date that is up to you. If someone cannot not respect that decision then that's there problem not yours. So keep your head up and do what you do not not what others think you should do.

Interracial dating shouldn't be an issue but their are alot of close minded people. Its your own business who you date. I live in a mainly white community and my high school was also mainly whites with few other races. Yet interracial dating wasn't frowned upon. Everyone has the right to be attracted too whoever they want. If you are in love it shouldn't matter. Even though interracial dating may not be for everyone, those who chose to not date other races should not look at interracial couples differently. I certainly don't scorn interracial couples. If they are happy thats what counts.

It should not matter what race a person is. It is each individual's choice to date, fall in love, or marry whom every the please!