American = White

For this week, we're learning about how American = white. It is a strong cultural narrative that people subconsciously believe. I wonder, given people's panic regarding demographic changes and immigration, not just if it will change, but if it can change.

Many people are worried about America's future in terms of Americanness, and thus whiteness. I remember last year learning that Spanish is quickly becoming the lingua franca in certain areas. People were upset because of it, fearing that America would somehow become a mere extension of Mexico, and that we would lose English as our official language. Fun fact: we have no official language.

Do you think that we will ever be able to change our association that American = white?