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Originally Posted by Chancie
This thread is old, so I hope it's okay to derail a bit.
I can understand why someone would choose to date someone of the same religion or the same race.
There are definitely times when I don't want to explain everything about who I am to a potential friend or date.
Here in Western Mass, being Jewish is considered a bit exotic, which wasn't true when I lived in New York City.
I believe that just as being Black in white America,
Being Jewish in Christian America is an experience that is particular to those who share the experience.
I am not saying that being Black is the same as being Jewish, but
I am saying that being Other offers challenges that others may not understand.
I am not saying that there aren't people who care to hear what it's like, and
They can put down their egos in order to understand.
I am saying that with the beauty that is the melding of culture and history comes a certain loss.
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Hi. Thanks so much for adding to the thread! I have a friend in israel who considers "jewish" his race/heritage and religion. I'm not sure if you mean to compare religiously and racially but I agree that it is ok for anyone to have a "type" life partner that best fits their priorities. At one time my friend discussed here did not date a certain race and had reasons I understand and don't judge. A wider experience and exposure to the world outside your neighborhoods unlinks stereotypes and lies from the truth. Morals and priorities are different in every culture. I'm not a judgy person just care to prevent others getting hurt.