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  • Essay / American History X - 689

    The world is made up of different people of various nationalities. There are many countries in the world that bring different traits to society. In the United States itself, there are approximately 198 nationalities out of 254 countries worldwide, according to the 2000 census. As shown in the film American History X, prejudice is the antagonist. Derek Vinyard's character, the leader of the Nazi skinhead community in the film, demonstrates neglect, discrimination and brutality towards non-US citizens (migrants), leading to Derek being sent to prison for a few years. years, after which he returns in a changed state. man. Never show prejudice against anyone, regardless of race, skin color, religion, etc., without getting to know a person, because for every action there is an equal reaction. Prejudice is evident throughout both the beginning and end of American history. X movie. In the film, there is a scene in which Derek is prejudiced against a gang of African-American basketball players in Venice Beach, California. Derek decides to intervene in a basketball game to force a deal in which the squandered team permanently abandons the Venice basketball courts. A victory is awarded to Derek's skinhead team, resulting in a runoff on behalf of the losing African-American team. This shows us that prejudices can take hold of a certain individual without them knowing the person(s) against whom they are preparing to discriminate. Regardless of their skin color, race or religion, no act of discrimination will ever be acceptable. Family, friends, the work environment or the media can be a factor promoting prejudice against others. A certain individual can learn discrimination, as well as prejudice, in the factors I have illustrated. Middle of paper ......r ethnicities and encourages his younger brother, Danny, to follow in his footsteps and the values ​​of a good citizen. In conclusion, the world contains various nationalities which make a nation. In the United States itself, many people come from other countries. There are many countries in the world that bring positive rather than negative traits to society. As American History X shows, prejudice is the main problem. Derek Vinyard, leader of the Nazi skinhead community in the film, demonstrates the neglect, discrimination, and brutality toward non-American citizens (migrants) that results in his incarceration. In the end, he returns a changed man. Exhibiting prejudicial behavior towards race, skin color, religion, etc. from someone, without getting to know a person, will result in a negative outcome. For every action there is an equal reaction.