Observations while Abroad

 Observations while Abroad 

 I have family living in a foreign country so travel out of America has been a staple for almost a decade now. This recent trip overseas was extremely insightful

-I have observed a major decrease in Black Americans traveling internationally especially the last year 

-Black Americans rarely interact with other Black Americans, I am not sure what drives this ?

-Foreigners are far more curious and approachable especially with questions about America and our turn to the Right

-America no longer is viewed as a significant country that warrants both concern and interest 

-Our domestic affairs are disturbing to foreigners for a variety of reasons

-Americans like myself have no problem standing out and speaking up this of course is nothing new for Black Americans with the political bent but it is welcomed abroad especially criticism of America which I don’t rush to give but nor do I shy away from it

- Recently before I left the country I read many articles which reported that there is a major disconnect and lack of interaction with Whites and Blacks in our country

-We was recently traveling with a tour group and it was surreal knowing that in 2025 I am a stranger to my fellow White Americans on a variety of issues and perspectives

-Foreigners have evolved on Black Americans while my fellow White Americans have not!!!

-I found Canadians and Middle East people extremely open minded and not reluctant to chat about international affairs 

-I found Americans guarded and more concerned about my status than my insights 

- It is always good to return home even in an America that is fragmented and in a state of crisis from many areas 

More to come…..

Greg