“They know I’m not white or black so South Carolina might not be a good enough answer.”

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I live learning about how other people grew up and where they grew up. It's part of what makes the world so interesting.

Unfortunately, the question has been asked in racist ways. I wish I could ask it freely, but it's become such a sensitive topic because of sh***y people.

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I gotcha I’m open to giving long form answers sometimes if it’s the right environment

I can totally relate lol….. don’t ask me such a loaded question.

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Exactly (coming from an immigrant kid who’s happy to share with curious people who care about diverse backgrounds). Don’t overthink it and act like a victim.

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I find, if you are interested in people’s background, just ask ‘so where did you grow up?’.

I was born (and my family remain) in a different country to where I now live. So I understand the complexity in the answer.

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Totally overthinking it

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I’m an immigrant child and agree this person is overthinking it, acting like a victim, and stalling a mutual understanding of other cultures and experiences. Shooting your self in the foot.

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Don't worry so much. Just say SC and see what they say.

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I do sometimes but they keep staring like I know that’s not possible lmao

Honestly even if you are white or black this is a legit question. Unless you are Native American, your ancestors are not from here. Accept it.

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Story of my eff ing life

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I love this about United States. 👍🏻

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Me too I have to first understand why the question that is being asked . If it is genuinely because someone is open then I answer else it would be state X USA . Ah first world problems

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