octaviusmirranda t1_jdkmmjf wrote on March 25, 2023 at 2:00 AM

Reply to comment by soldadoimp in Upper Clinton hill by [deleted]

Thanks. So avoid at all costs, or look over my shoulder and mind my business? I’m not racist by any means but I understand that sticking out like a sore thumb could cause problems… do you think I would get messed with because of my race?

kjeannel t1_jdl1g46 wrote on March 25, 2023 at 4:10 AM

People might once in a while say something nasty under their breath, but I doubt you'd be messed with. I'm white, felt the same way initially, then I realized it's stupid to make situations all about myself.

As others have said, support local business and you'll be celebrated. And be aware of your surroundings as you have before, I'm sure. You'll have a great time

octaviusmirranda t1_jdltxfl wrote on March 25, 2023 at 10:31 AM

Thank you!

PM_me_ab_ur_landlord t1_jdkzk74 wrote on March 25, 2023 at 3:52 AM

Take any comments from this subreddit with a huge grain of salt. Even if you’re the only white person in the neighborhood, it IS racist to assume that will cause problems.

Do you think all Black people who live in majority white neighborhoods are scared all the time?

octaviusmirranda t1_jdltww2 wrote on March 25, 2023 at 10:31 AM

I never assumed it would cause problems, I just acknowledged that it would make me stick out which could possibly cause issues. But there’s always the very likely outcome of me having no issues and being completely unbothered and just a regular neighbor. I don’t think all black people in majority white neighborhoods are scared all the time, but some might be depending on the state/area. I don’t think I would be scared all the time if I lived in the area. Can you please elaborate on me taking any comments w/ a grain of salt? Thank yku