Y'all couldn't find any black women to interview? A biracial woman cannot relate to me being a black woman. You should have name this video the Biracial experience.
Honestly if a biracial woman had a bad experience why would a full black woman have anything better to say? Bad enough white folks treating her as too dark (when she isn't dark at all) but now she also not black enough either?
Arizona is racist AF. I came here with the intention of only staying 6 months to rest and finish some projects. The treatment from day 1 has been appalling. I'm absolutely shocked at the racism that exists here and that NO ONE is doing or saying ANYTHING about it. Arizonans either pretend it doesn't exist or they put up with it and tell you to stay out of certain areas. That's sick in itself. AZ is NOT a southern state. It's a west state. Way too close to Cali to have this issue. I never planned on staying and can't wait to go back home to California. A lot of education and awareness is needed in Arizona. A LOT!! It's a shame.
This is not a Arizona issue this is a whole American issue. These fallen Agels are everywhere. Yashwa is the only power to handle this. Go in peace my brotherens 🙏 ✨️
What part of az were you in? I came from Illinois and haven’t experienced anything crazy yet, definitely no better or worse when it comes to racism. But I know everyone’s experience may be different.
I'm from California and I am ready to leave Mesa Arizona. Not because of the racism, I never experienced it. Caucasian people appeared to be friendlier then my fellow black people. I'm ready to leave because of the heat! I am happy to say that I have not experienced any racism.
You are so right about that!!! The white people are so nice and friendly it’s the Mexican and black people that I have the most issues with here and I’m black especially at work smh the black people tend to treat you horribly and they think they are better than you , if you dress different or carry yourself a certain way they will try to categorize you
Texas is the same way. Latinos here look at us like we are nothing! I can’t tell you how many jobs I’ve been on were the Latinos try to treat you a way.
I've been in AZ for 8 years now! I love it! I am also a black woman. Racism is everywhere unfortunately. I have not experienced any sort of racism except in Casa Grande which is in Pinal County. Ironically, more blacks live out that way according to the demographic census.
@@ShanekaAndranette what city do you live in since you don't get much racism? And are you biracial? Sorry to ask but kinda of important. Where I live biracial people are treated differently from regular blacks.
@Philip 100% Black living in the West Valley. No issues here so far. Great job, good coworkers and never had a negative run in. That's not to say it isn't here, but being from Illinois I can promise you it's not just an Arizona issue.
Wow! I am on Day 32/90 of a RUclips Video titled Being Black in Arizona. It felt good to hear the thoughts of my fellow Black Arizonans. Trust me when I say they are not exaggerating anything. Now imagine being a tattooed Black ex-con in Arizona during the most politically tense period since the Civil War. Thank you channel 12 for inspiring me to keep going with my video.
Keep going bro. Never quit. You are worth for more than you know and you are capable of things many would say are impossible. May Jesus walk with you during your journey!
which sucks because there is a lot of nice real estate over there, but in this polarized social-political climate with everybody on edge being outnumbered in a 90+% open carry with some historical tension and reputation of racism and prejudice white state is a big big no no
I’m visiting Phoenix for the first time and feel every bit of what I’m reading in the comments…It’s beautiful here, but ain’t no way I could live here….People here have been so unfriendly…Until you “code switch” then everything is ok. Sorry, can’t be fake like that. This place can kick rocks!!
One thing African Americans have to realize is that we Hispanics run this state, as well as the entire southwest from Cali to Texas. When you come here, we could care less about whatever beef exists between White's and blacks so either get with it or leave.
You'll experience racism everywhere in America. Focus on what you can control and build yourself up for success. Get educated and informed 👌 The rest will take care of itself...
Racism is EVERYWHERE around the globe & especially in the US. Go where you can afford. Do allow ignorance to dictate where you live in this country because contrary to popular beliefs. There's no law to say you CANNOT move anywhere. If more black people move there, you can build your own communities and businesses & support each other.
I live in San Jose i got black neighbors around the corner we look out for eachother. Im White btw we let eachother know whats happening in the hood like make sure nobody breaks into eachothers car etc kinda mutual neighborhood watch kinda thing, neighbors are neighbors.
@@aspieotaku3580 Really considering moving out there in the near future I’m from Chicago and I’m black . I intend on getting my gun license as soon as I land but other than that what would you say would be like the best areas to live in or just like any good advice for somebody moving there from the Midwest? An old manager of mine told me that he moved to temple and it’s Ight but idk lol
She said when she was younger because of the treatment she was scared to receive socially as a child , do yall like to get what’s said or criticize and why hold a child in contempt of the same standards you’d hold an adult
WOW, This news piece SUCKED!! The first young lady in this piece CLEARLY IDENTIFIED as a caucasian talking about she didn't want to get any darker in the summers here SMH. I think u all could of found people who know about the struggle n not out of touch like she was.
It's difficult as a black worker here, yes there are plenty of jobs but you will experience racism at work in the state of Arizona that's a promise and it's difficult to get anything done about it. Out here they believe racism is just in your head when it comes to black people and it doesn't exist so they're openly racist at work. Not only do you see against black people it's against the Hispanic and Latino community too.
Not as much as latins because they are 70% of the population. I agree about the racism in the corp office here in AZ. This is why i have created my own business and work from home. I have trained a few latins here and experienced their spite, distaste, and mockery. I have learned that these are not genetic latins but cauc-Latins decendants from Spain, Cuba & Venezuela (most of them admit this ancestral lineage). He should've mentioned Cave Creek too!
I lived in AZ (originally from DC area) for about 6 months. Weather, scenery and parks are beautiful. There were a few cool Mexican people who really showed hospitality. Overall the people there are not genuine, friendly or social.
It's like Oregon SW just with right wingnuts vs left wingnuts but people have the same social norms. A few genuine people but most could be bothered. Sounds like Oregon as well.
As a Black man from the East Coast. I had enjoyed Arizona. As far as the racism sure it's here but I haven't experienced it much like I did back East. My only criticism is that it's hard to make friends in that state.
That's crazy because I've been here in Arizona for 14yrs, and the only racist people I came across in Arizona is racist white people who comes from out of state like California ,Texas, Illinois, NY or Indiana. I had 6 racial incidents where white people born in raised in Arizona stood up for me against racist out of towners. I tell any black person that move here, to only be friends with the people whose born and raised here. They're extremely respectful and friendly to us. Stay away from most white people who comes from out of state.
I'm from NY, and lived in LA, Illinois well in Rosemont, and I never experienced racism from those states and if they are doing that in Arizona shame on them they should know better coming from a diverse state, now Texas ppl Idk but I had my runs with them and yeah they are not nice I've had to deal with their racism coming from them. Anyways I do want to experience living in Arizona but I'm not sure
@@tryit2450 most Arizona people are not racist. I've seen people who comes from out of state who was racist. I've had many Arizona white people who stood up for me against racist people from out of state.
@@Phxboy602👍🏿❤ I agree bruh. Don't get me wrong, there's a few out of towners cool as hell and laid back. But 98% Arizonians I came across has been good to me.
When I first moved here, I applied for my guard card to be a security guard because that’s what I was doing in California and for some reason they were giving me so much hassle. I had to wait a whole two months for my hearing because they denied it because they said that something on my record that I did when I was a kid has showed up on my record, even though it was expunged. I guess they don’t do that in Arizona, but when I was called in to go to my hearing, I got a phone call and they told me that I don’t have to show up to the hearing, and they automatically granted me a card in Arizona I think the person that was doing my paperwork saying that I was African-American he had something against it so we automatically denied it. Why did they automatically change their mind?
I live in Tempe az and for me personally everyone is racist or just mean spirited. I worked at the az mill mall and my coworkers had a problem with my name being Spanish because I was black. They literally said it out loud and I’m from Tennessee. The racism is worse out west.
@@vondae00 exactly. I could see if mixed (Biracial) people said there isn't any prejudice against them. However, since when do racist people accept full blooded versions of what they dislike better lol
NO... Arizona did NOT make MLK day official until 1992. Arizona was the LAST STATE to do so. The recommendation to make MLK an officla holiday in Arizona was first declaration was March 1986.
I think this news story is limited in what it is like to be AA in Arizona. I don't know if this was part of a series but it has some flaws. I am AA and moved here from Chi-town over 5 years ago. I have found my interactions with people for the most part friendly. I've never felt "uncomfortable" when out and about. I am sure there are racist people in AZ, just like there are some in IL and elsewhere. Because the AA population is small it is harder to connect with that community (I think). We're so spread out. There is no "Black" neighborhood. I can go on and on but, there needs to be more context to this story and the experiences of AA in Arizona
Yes can you explain to me more of how it is to live out there bc I really want to move out there but I'm unsure about how is to live out there with my family being that I'm a person of color
If there's no Black neighborhood, would that indicate that Blacks aren't being corralled into one little area? Well, "Black neighborhoods" are precisely what incentivizes people to become racist against Blacks. Experience with Blacks make people racist against Blacks, not unfair stereotypes or lying media portrayals. The most racist places are the places that gotta deal with Black people the most. That's why Vermont is so "liberal". they don't know what it is like so they naive. That's why Blacks dream of getting rich enough to leave the hood, they want to avoid places where other Blacks are living in large numbers. If I lived in a place with very few Black people and they was spread out, they'd deserve more of a benefit of the doubt if they are willing to live there as a true minority when walking around the residential area where they live, and not combined their numbers into a neighborhood where they are the majority. I give them a benefit of the doubt anyway. I live in the part of Indianapolis where half the people are Black and half of those Blacks are immigrants.
I'm 34 and black male living in Arizona. Living here is the worst thing any black male or female, can do. Especially if you're depressed and suicidal, they will ignore you and make you feel worse than you were before. Nobody cares here and it shows.
I moved to Phoenix and can't wait to leave and go back South. I'm usually the only black person everywhere i go and the few blacks i run into do not speak or be friendly at all
One thing African Americans have to realize is that we Hispanics run this state, as well as the entire southwest from Cali to Texas. When you come here, we could care less about whatever beef exists between White's and blacks so either get with it or leave.
Oh and another thing is I didn't really fear racism in states like South Carolina. My biggest fear was the really self reliant mentality many southerners had to where nobody helped you out at all and you were on your own. I can't say it was fully racist but thats at least what I experienced just with people being cordial at least face to face. Arizona I'd run into more problems socially. Grant the south is just as hard to make friends and get extra help but at least it's more tolerable up front. And if there is racism, I seen it more from blacks and taken to another level in Atlanta. I had someone come up and address me "yo boy" like it was the slave times again..not even considering I could be transgender or anything. I'd say I saw more potential racism in Atlanta or Stockbridge GA than I did say in Camden SC, a confederate historical town.
How can you prove that this is other people's problem for being "racist"? They said that only 4% of Arizona is Black. Maybe Black people just aren't pursuing management positions to the level that you arbitrarily think they should be getting.
they should be, we were here first, what happened? i know, a bunch of european spaniards moved in, set laws to kill, steal and destroy. devil is as devil does!
This is an important story. Their speak from “their” experience. Knowledge is power. I say to them: I hear you, I am listening to you, and will continue to listen and learn. 🙏🙏
Her "story" is two sentence that she claims she feels like she "has to" avoid allowing her skin to get darker. "I don't want to look different from everyone else" Bruh, sounds like grasping at straws. Sounds like one of those people who thinks that a White person is rayciss because she thinks they "gave her a dirty look" on the street or are somehow not responsive enough to her.
I really don't think this video even gives Arizona any justice when it comes to racial stuff with black people you have two women that are half black and half white so you need to redo the video or upgrade it. I like the black guy that you guys have in there because he's real black but the two girls are mixed
👀👀👀👀 how it’s not intentional for them to act racist sounds like excuses . “ melanin leaders are created and molded”. Then start supporting a melanin being that’s willing and not afraid of self love and seeking wealth and healthy environment for the melanin community “. If the schools doesn’t have any melanin teachers then don’t enroll them into that school. It’s the excuse y’all allow each other to have.
This video is so false coming from a black male that lives in upstate new york visiting pheonix this weekened. Everyone that i ran into were nice & i felt alot of good energy there i love it & im moving there
I grew up all over Arizona my family is all over west south north east phx my dad lived in phx Mac Miller lived in the same neighborhood as my dad where I roam the streets we Been phx Scottsdale Tempe San tan Apache Tucson flagstaff and I lived in 7 states n 2 countries always came back to phx and I’m originally from California
@@OfficialBigSuper I don't see how as long as you've been living there... It is mighty you never seem to mention this in none of your videos, you paint Arizona through some really rose colored glasses but when you take them off you can see they have some really ugly ways about them. I haven't been here six months and I can see what they're saying in this video.
This is very true, I moved here 1 year ago and can’t believe the level of discrimination from the system.. there is little to no accountability for racist in position here.. but we will continue to vote and fight the fine fight
@producedbyFYI nope. The point is sundown towns isn't unique to any one race. Whites are the most openly discriminated against race in America today. This girl that grew up in a nice area like anthem is crying like she had it so hard. Try growing up in the alley behind Albertsons in Spring Valley California. She was raised with privilege that many white children didn't have. The fact that she is the best they could find for their pity party tells you how non-existent racism is for blacks in Arizona.
@producedbyFYI This was never an argument. I was stating facts and you were making personal attacks. You literally proved my point by making fun of me for saying literally the exact same thing that the people in the video said. I was just the wrong color so you lashed out. Go away racist.
Hey dont get it twisted blacks folks racist too. Some look and talk rude as hell. Same thing just different color. Ill take Arizona over Chicago anyday.
Y'all couldn't find any black women to interview? A biracial woman cannot relate to me being a black woman. You should have name this video the Biracial experience.
I said the same thing lol 😂
Exactly! She doesn’t count lol
Sad
Honestly if a biracial woman had a bad experience why would a full black woman have anything better to say? Bad enough white folks treating her as too dark (when she isn't dark at all) but now she also not black enough either?
So I guess the non-biracial black male's experience doesnt matter....smh
So it only 1 black man in Arizona?
Arizona is racist AF. I came here with the intention of only staying 6 months to rest and finish some projects. The treatment from day 1 has been appalling. I'm absolutely shocked at the racism that exists here and that NO ONE is doing or saying ANYTHING about it. Arizonans either pretend it doesn't exist or they put up with it and tell you to stay out of certain areas. That's sick in itself. AZ is NOT a southern state. It's a west state. Way too close to Cali to have this issue. I never planned on staying and can't wait to go back home to California. A lot of education and awareness is needed in Arizona. A LOT!! It's a shame.
GO LIVE IN A BLACK NEIGHBORHOOD THEN!
This is not a Arizona issue this is a whole American issue. These fallen Agels are everywhere. Yashwa is the only power to handle this. Go in peace my brotherens 🙏 ✨️
@PatrickS.Tomlinson No need to vengeance belongs to the righteous 😊🙏
What part of az were you in? I came from Illinois and haven’t experienced anything crazy yet, definitely no better or worse when it comes to racism. But I know everyone’s experience may be different.
What kind of racism did you experience?
I'm from California and I am ready to leave Mesa Arizona. Not because of the racism, I never experienced it. Caucasian people appeared to be friendlier then my fellow black people. I'm ready to leave because of the heat! I am happy to say that I have not experienced any racism.
Have you heard anything about Tempe? I am in North Carolina, originally from California. Desperately want to get back to the West Coast ..
You are so right about that!!! The white people are so nice and friendly it’s the Mexican and black people that I have the most issues with here and I’m black especially at work smh the black people tend to treat you horribly and they think they are better than you , if you dress different or carry yourself a certain way they will try to categorize you
3 blacks, um wtf is 3 blacks?
Fr doe
Two Blacks. One mixed who doesn’t want to be “too” Black smh.
😂😂... girl you foolin...😂😂
black men replacing you with daughters of white women. that's why they put 2 bir girls with white mothers and called them black. get with the program.
I seen ONE BLACK PERSON TF 🙄
Texas is the same way. Latinos here look at us like we are nothing! I can’t tell you how many jobs I’ve been on were the Latinos try to treat you a way.
In Chicago it’s dangerous to hang with latinos I stay away from ‘em
Welp I’ll take this off my list of moves
I've been in AZ for 8 years now! I love it! I am also a black woman. Racism is everywhere unfortunately. I have not experienced any sort of racism except in Casa Grande which is in Pinal County. Ironically, more blacks live out that way according to the demographic census.
Good
@@ShanekaAndranette what city do you live in since you don't get much racism? And are you biracial? Sorry to ask but kinda of important. Where I live biracial people are treated differently from regular blacks.
They are exaggerating lol
@Philip 100% Black living in the West Valley. No issues here so far. Great job, good coworkers and never had a negative run in. That's not to say it isn't here, but being from Illinois I can promise you it's not just an Arizona issue.
Wow! I am on Day 32/90 of a RUclips Video titled Being Black in Arizona. It felt good to hear the thoughts of my fellow Black Arizonans. Trust me when I say they are not exaggerating anything. Now imagine being a tattooed Black ex-con in Arizona during the most politically tense period since the Civil War. Thank you channel 12 for inspiring me to keep going with my video.
Keep going bro. Never quit. You are worth for more than you know and you are capable of things many would say are impossible. May Jesus walk with you during your journey!
which sucks because there is a lot of nice real estate over there, but in this polarized social-political climate with everybody on edge being outnumbered in a 90+% open carry with some historical tension and reputation of racism and prejudice white state is a big big no no
✊✊ stay up brotha
I’m visiting Phoenix for the first time and feel every bit of what I’m reading in the comments…It’s beautiful here, but ain’t no way I could live here….People here have been so unfriendly…Until you “code switch” then everything is ok. Sorry, can’t be fake like that. This place can kick rocks!!
What do you mean by code switch?
One thing African Americans have to realize is that we Hispanics run this state, as well as the entire southwest from Cali to Texas. When you come here, we could care less about whatever beef exists between White's and blacks so either get with it or leave.
Yes what do you mean by code switch does that mean like act fake and act like how they treat you is not happening?
Code switching means not acting like your true self. Some would say “ acting white”
@@grantinternational8203 oh ok gotcha 👍 thanks I kinda figured that but I never hear it like that so that's why I asked 😄
You'll experience racism everywhere in America.
Focus on what you can control and build yourself up for success. Get educated and informed 👌 The rest will take care of itself...
Racism is EVERYWHERE around the globe & especially in the US. Go where you can afford. Do allow ignorance to dictate where you live in this country because contrary to popular beliefs. There's no law to say you CANNOT move anywhere. If more black people move there, you can build your own communities and businesses & support each other.
FACTS🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯
Very courageous of the first young lady who shared her painful journey.
I am from LA.
Arizona looks so so so beautiful and peaceful, I just want to see how brothers are living out there!
Thank you!
I live in San Jose i got black neighbors around the corner we look out for eachother. Im White btw we let eachother know whats happening in the hood like make sure nobody breaks into eachothers car etc kinda mutual neighborhood watch kinda thing, neighbors are neighbors.
How ironic I'm also from San Jose CA that now lives in Phoenix AZ.
@@aspieotaku3580 Really considering moving out there in the near future I’m from Chicago and I’m black . I intend on getting my gun license as soon as I land but other than that what would you say would be like the best areas to live in or just like any good advice for somebody moving there from the Midwest? An old manager of mine told me that he moved to temple and it’s Ight but idk lol
@@BabyWavv never lived in AZ but seems tempting.
Phoenix is 👌🏼
Her people are hurting but your afraid to get darker in the sunlight?????
And she's clearly not black
She said when she was younger because of the treatment she was scared to receive socially as a child , do yall like to get what’s said or criticize and why hold a child in contempt of the same standards you’d hold an adult
im sure you are purposely trying to misunderstand her life testimonial, smh .. i hope so anyway
I hate Arizona with a passion
Lol The Valley is the best 🏜️
WOW, This news piece SUCKED!! The first young lady in this piece CLEARLY IDENTIFIED as a caucasian talking about she didn't want to get any darker in the summers here SMH. I think u all could of found people who know about the struggle n not out of touch like she was.
I know “black” people who moved to Arizona and are living their best lives 🤔
My Parents lives in Chandler Arizona and loved it. I read they have a Black Mayor now.
Facts , everybody experience different
Black , Melanated ... Don't Move To Phoenix...
🤡
@@Paula-nt2ucstay losing
What have you experienced I want to know if I’m tripping or not
It's difficult as a black worker here, yes there are plenty of jobs but you will experience racism at work in the state of Arizona that's a promise and it's difficult to get anything done about it. Out here they believe racism is just in your head when it comes to black people and it doesn't exist so they're openly racist at work. Not only do you see against black people it's against the Hispanic and Latino community too.
Yea the Hispanic people don't like black people
My job is really racist against black people and only to tolerate Mexicans . I'm looking for another job
Not as much as latins because they are 70% of the population. I agree about the racism in the corp office here in AZ. This is why i have created my own business and work from home. I have trained a few latins here and experienced their spite, distaste, and mockery. I have learned that these are not genetic latins but cauc-Latins decendants from Spain, Cuba & Venezuela (most of them admit this ancestral lineage).
He should've mentioned Cave Creek too!
Az is basically Latino’s that’s why you don’t see it much towards us.
I went through this working phx and I'm from DC is jus too much bs to deal with and ths was from 2009-2015
I just moved to Gilbert from Texas.Arizona is like a racist version of California.
California is closet racist imo
Go back to Texas then if you feel that way. Texas is racist too lol
California is racist hunny😅
Goodbye!
exactly!
I lived in AZ (originally from DC area) for about 6 months. Weather, scenery and parks are beautiful. There were a few cool Mexican people who really showed hospitality. Overall the people there are not genuine, friendly or social.
@@MiloSatori You know there is no Mexican or White God and you have yo answer to him
It's like Oregon SW just with right wingnuts vs left wingnuts but people have the same social norms. A few genuine people but most could be bothered. Sounds like Oregon as well.
I wished you lived there in 2007 it was awesome for blacks
@@Phxboy602what changed
@@Kinglion33333 what happened is that more blacks moved to Arizona with crime and rap community and ruined it for us all
There is a thriving black community in Tucson. Much better than Pheonix IMO.
Really?
where?
Tucson sucks. Went there for college and it's ghetto and gang-ridden. Move to New Mexico I had much more fun there. Now in Reno.
No way it's all ghetto mexicans and college kids, angry people. El Paso was a lot better.
too small...
As a Black man from the East Coast. I had enjoyed Arizona. As far as the racism sure it's here but I haven't experienced it much like I did back East. My only criticism is that it's hard to make friends in that state.
How old are u?
@@Swarthie91 in my 40s.
That's crazy because I've been here in Arizona for 14yrs, and the only racist people I came across in Arizona is racist white people who comes from out of state like California ,Texas, Illinois, NY or Indiana. I had 6 racial incidents where white people born in raised in Arizona stood up for me against racist out of towners. I tell any black person that move here, to only be friends with the people whose born and raised here. They're extremely respectful and friendly to us. Stay away from most white people who comes from out of state.
Nah Texas not raciest they just got arrogant people
I'm from NY, and lived in LA, Illinois well in Rosemont, and I never experienced racism from those states and if they are doing that in Arizona shame on them they should know better coming from a diverse state, now Texas ppl Idk but I had my runs with them and yeah they are not nice I've had to deal with their racism coming from them.
Anyways I do want to experience living in Arizona but I'm not sure
@@tryit2450 most Arizona people are not racist. I've seen people who comes from out of state who was racist. I've had many Arizona white people who stood up for me against racist people from out of state.
Man you are so right, I thought the same only deal with people that was born here
@@Phxboy602👍🏿❤ I agree bruh. Don't get me wrong, there's a few out of towners cool as hell and laid back. But 98% Arizonians I came across has been good to me.
When I first moved here, I applied for my guard card to be a security guard because that’s what I was doing in California and for some reason they were giving me so much hassle. I had to wait a whole two months for my hearing because they denied it because they said that something on my record that I did when I was a kid has showed up on my record, even though it was expunged. I guess they don’t do that in Arizona, but when I was called in to go to my hearing, I got a phone call and they told me that I don’t have to show up to the hearing, and they automatically granted me a card in Arizona I think the person that was doing my paperwork saying that I was African-American he had something against it so we automatically denied it. Why did they automatically change their mind?
I live in Tempe az and for me personally everyone is racist or just mean spirited. I worked at the az mill mall and my coworkers had a problem with my name being Spanish because I was black. They literally said it out loud and I’m from Tennessee. The racism is worse out west.
Sounds more like plain ignorance to me 😢
The 1st person is half white which tells me this is a complete BS video.
It definitely is!
they would interview the moxed black lady first smh they dont count
Don't be like that. Black comes in all shades.
You part of the problem. Bitter and project your own self hate to others
It does count because you can’t find many blacks due to the issue she’s speaks about.
@@vondae00 exactly. I could see if mixed (Biracial) people said there isn't any prejudice against them. However, since when do racist people accept full blooded versions of what they dislike better lol
Exactly! Where is the dark black womans experience?
Not these mutts😒
NO... Arizona did NOT make MLK day official until 1992. Arizona was the LAST STATE to do so. The recommendation to make MLK an officla holiday in Arizona was first declaration was March 1986.
I think this news story is limited in what it is like to be AA in Arizona. I don't know if this was part of a series but it has some flaws. I am AA and moved here from Chi-town over 5 years ago. I have found my interactions with people for the most part friendly. I've never felt "uncomfortable" when out and about. I am sure there are racist people in AZ, just like there are some in IL and elsewhere. Because the AA population is small it is harder to connect with that community (I think). We're so spread out. There is no "Black" neighborhood. I can go on and on but, there needs to be more context to this story and the experiences of AA in Arizona
@Vashta S
I'm currently living in Chicago and am considering a move out of state. Do you mind if I reached out to you via email?
@@adriennemuhammad2807 Hi...what's your email address?
Yes can you explain to me more of how it is to live out there bc I really want to move out there but I'm unsure about how is to live out there with my family being that I'm a person of color
@@tryit2450: Usually new RELOCATIONS......Start with the BLACC🖤 COMMUNITY....BLack Church, Restaurants.....Build from there.....
If there's no Black neighborhood, would that indicate that Blacks aren't being corralled into one little area?
Well, "Black neighborhoods" are precisely what incentivizes people to become racist against Blacks. Experience with Blacks make people racist against Blacks, not unfair stereotypes or lying media portrayals. The most racist places are the places that gotta deal with Black people the most. That's why Vermont is so "liberal". they don't know what it is like so they naive. That's why Blacks dream of getting rich enough to leave the hood, they want to avoid places where other Blacks are living in large numbers.
If I lived in a place with very few Black people and they was spread out, they'd deserve more of a benefit of the doubt if they are willing to live there as a true minority when walking around the residential area where they live, and not combined their numbers into a neighborhood where they are the majority. I give them a benefit of the doubt anyway. I live in the part of Indianapolis where half the people are Black and half of those Blacks are immigrants.
I'm a native and Arizona used to be a nice place. Now it's getting overrun and congested. It's sad.
Real
I am Black and I have lived in Phoenix for three years. I like it here. Most of the people that I have met has been kind and friendly
Az is mixed with different nationalities don’t get it twisted u got pple hating their own pple
Lol true asf ahaha
That’s like Houston. They scream diversity here but diversity doesn’t mean inclusion. And the black ppl treat you the worst.
I'm 34 and black male living in Arizona. Living here is the worst thing any black male or female, can do. Especially if you're depressed and suicidal, they will ignore you and make you feel worse than you were before. Nobody cares here and it shows.
I moved to Phoenix and can't wait to leave and go back South. I'm usually the only black person everywhere i go and the few blacks i run into do not speak or be friendly at all
Have you tried to state psychiatric center on South 3rd Avenue?
One thing African Americans have to realize is that we Hispanics run this state, as well as the entire southwest from Cali to Texas. When you come here, we could care less about whatever beef exists between White's and blacks so either get with it or leave.
Oh wait they ignore you, oh please that's what I'm looking for, I will go there for that thanks for the info👍
I’m sorry bro wished you would have moved here back in 2007 things was different for blacks then
Compared to chicago yes. All minorities. Even how women are treated. Educational system is an issue as well. A long way to go AZ.
"How dare any state not hate America "
The guys Owns a few businesses, went to Cactus Shadows high and has lived in North Scottsdale all his life. You can go past cactus such lies.
Your life is what you focus on!
This is true especially for certain jobs in leadership and management positions, its worst than the south
And that says a lot if you're worse than the south.
Oh and another thing is I didn't really fear racism in states like South Carolina. My biggest fear was the really self reliant mentality many southerners had to where nobody helped you out at all and you were on your own. I can't say it was fully racist but thats at least what I experienced just with people being cordial at least face to face. Arizona I'd run into more problems socially. Grant the south is just as hard to make friends and get extra help but at least it's more tolerable up front. And if there is racism, I seen it more from blacks and taken to another level in Atlanta. I had someone come up and address me "yo boy" like it was the slave times again..not even considering I could be transgender or anything. I'd say I saw more potential racism in Atlanta or Stockbridge GA than I did say in Camden SC, a confederate historical town.
How can you prove that this is other people's problem for being "racist"? They said that only 4% of Arizona is Black. Maybe Black people just aren't pursuing management positions to the level that you arbitrarily think they should be getting.
Asking the wrong people this question. But you all know that dont you?
Being black in Arizona being black in Maine being black is South Dakota being black Texas you make is sound like black are the majority in America
they should be, we were here first, what happened? i know, a bunch of european spaniards moved in, set laws to kill, steal and destroy. devil is as devil does!
This is an important story. Their speak from “their” experience. Knowledge is power. I say to them: I hear you, I am listening to you, and will continue to listen and learn. 🙏🙏
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Wow the first lady’s story really hurt my soul.
Her "story" is two sentence that she claims she feels like she "has to" avoid allowing her skin to get darker. "I don't want to look different from everyone else" Bruh, sounds like grasping at straws. Sounds like one of those people who thinks that a White person is rayciss because she thinks they "gave her a dirty look" on the street or are somehow not responsive enough to her.
I really don't think this video even gives Arizona any justice when it comes to racial stuff with black people you have two women that are half black and half white so you need to redo the video or upgrade it. I like the black guy that you guys have in there because he's real black but the two girls are mixed
👀👀👀👀 how it’s not intentional for them to act racist sounds like excuses . “ melanin leaders are created and molded”. Then start supporting a melanin being that’s willing and not afraid of self love and seeking wealth and healthy environment for the melanin community “.
If the schools doesn’t have any melanin teachers then don’t enroll them into that school. It’s the excuse y’all allow each other to have.
I lived and worked all over Arizona.. and there are no sundown towns. No one alive is old enough to remember them.
Doesn't mean there's not active racism about as alive or more than the south
Oh yes there are sundown towns in Arizona google it and you will find a list from every state.
My people ? Really ?
What are you guys doing ?
Promoting racism ?
@arizonabarb51 to the privileged equality feels like oppresses
@@longiusaescius2537What are you talking about?
This video is so false coming from a black male that lives in upstate new york visiting pheonix this weekened. Everyone that i ran into were nice & i felt alot of good energy there i love it & im moving there
MOVE THERE THEN
They were nice when I VISITED TOO but living ??
How’s phoenix so far?
I grew up all over Arizona my family is all over west south north east phx my dad lived in phx Mac Miller lived in the same neighborhood as my dad where I roam the streets we Been phx Scottsdale Tempe San tan Apache Tucson flagstaff and I lived in 7 states n 2 countries always came back to phx and I’m originally from California
@@frankiemendivil6459 Why are they on here saying its really racist Arizona?
Interesting
Hi I watch your youtube channel
@@bo-bias4801 Thanks for watching... much appreciated!
@@OfficialBigSuper I don't see how as long as you've been living there... It is mighty you never seem to mention this in none of your videos, you paint Arizona through some really rose colored glasses but when you take them off you can see they have some really ugly ways about them. I haven't been here six months and I can see what they're saying in this video.
Lol I feel they are overreacting honestly.
Lol as if marching has ever solved anything
This is very true, I moved here 1 year ago and can’t believe the level of discrimination from the system.. there is little to no accountability for racist in position here.. but we will continue to vote and fight the fine fight
Trans people get discriminated in Arizona as well.
IDK What yall talking about I live here in arizona and no one i have met is racist
What part do you reside?
@Fallen Dragon liar liar pants on fire 🔥 😋🤣
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Sounds like a them problem they are feeling sorry for themselves but they are all doing good!
Well damn this was depressing not moving there than geezus.
Where are the BLACK women?
Houston
you picked a oreo to do the story!!!
I'm white and even in broad daylight, it's dangerous for me to go to south Phoenix.
@producedbyFYI nope. The point is sundown towns isn't unique to any one race. Whites are the most openly discriminated against race in America today. This girl that grew up in a nice area like anthem is crying like she had it so hard. Try growing up in the alley behind Albertsons in Spring Valley California. She was raised with privilege that many white children didn't have. The fact that she is the best they could find for their pity party tells you how non-existent racism is for blacks in Arizona.
@producedbyFYI This was never an argument. I was stating facts and you were making personal attacks. You literally proved my point by making fun of me for saying literally the exact same thing that the people in the video said. I was just the wrong color so you lashed out. Go away racist.
@@atypical_moto this was the dumbest, tone deaf thing I’ve read today. Congrats 🎉 you want a cookie for your yt privilege ?
Lol south phx is the worst are area you can live in
@@EldePHX yep
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A just see a boy of Carolina see you a black boy acused injusted
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Anthem Arizona is a super nice area.
Trump 2024
Trump in jail by 2024
Diaper don to prison 2024 he earned it !
@searchingfortruth5995 nah
Hey dont get it twisted blacks folks racist too. Some look and talk rude as hell. Same thing just different color. Ill take Arizona over Chicago anyday.
It's not a race thing everyone is pissed off at everyone in the az quit calling it a race thing because it is not
I'm black and this is rediculous yall are too sensative. Stop trying to be a victim it's embarrassing.
I figured that's what it was😂
We need more blscks to bring diversity and culture to Arizona
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