Several students in my Baruch College class say NYC is the most racist place in America.

Greetings Baruch College,

I would like to mention one more thing. 

In a class we were talking about racism. 

I said that in my opinion New York City is less racist than other places in the country. 

Of course New York City isn’t perfect, although in my view it’s not the most racist place in America. 

After I said it about 4 or 5 students, one after the next, started explaining how New York City is one of the most racist places in America, if not the most racist city/location in America, and why. 

I didn’t say a word. 

Then of course it gets better. 

Another student turns towards me and starts asking me where I’m from so the student can relate it towards my view or something. 

I have no idea about the identity of the student.  

I avoided the question and said I respect everyone’s opinion.

I said that my experience working and living in Manhattan is that I haven’t encountered a level of racism that I believe makes NYC one of the most or the most racist place in America and it was dropped. 

I think it’s strange that so many students in my class think that NYC is one of the most racist places in America.

I wasn’t speaking with them about it, I was speaking with the professor. 

I’m in several mandatory student groups in classes and I’m polite and respectful at all times no matter what.

I’m walking on eggshells as always. 

There are people leaving CUNY and earning 6 and 7 figures. 

That’s what I would like. 

I’m not arguing with anyone about anything or saying anything even remotely offensive.

Thank you and have a great day. 

Mark Pine