Who is more Asian, and which will you prefer?

BrianaBoo8902 wrote: I actually started to reply to this topic but it's too long and I haven't worked out all the details I'm about to head to bed. But, here's a thought to start off with, and I'll get back to this once I'm well rested and have more time on my hands.

What does it mean to be American? There are far too many misconceptions when it comes to defining what "American" is. To me, it simply means you were born here or obtained citizenship here. You may or may not be submersed in its culture.

To anyone of Asian lineage currently living in Europe, for example... I'm American, but like many American's, my lineage is tied to northern and western Europe. While my ancestors came to this country from Germany, Sweden, Switzerland (and so forth, I have an extensive heritage) - If you're living in any one of these countries, I would say you're a "National" of that country, etc. I cannot claim to be German, only to have German heritage. I'm an American with German heritage. I digress... I'm curious if people use this terminology in other countries? Does anyone ever say "I'm a German with Chinese ancestry" or anything like that? Serious inquiry. Just thought of it...

So, to sum it up... The white man born and raised in China would be considered a national of that country. A man of Chinese heritage born and raised in America is an American national with Chinese ancestry. To me, I don't factor in what it means to be "more Asian," or anything else for that matter. If you were born in Germany but have no ancestral ties to Germany, is it really fair to call yourself "more German" than the American-born German with limited exposure to German culture? I feel like I just started a whole new topic here, I'm sorry! Anyway, this is a partial thought from a tired mind. As to "what I'd prefer" with regard to a man who "looks" Asian as opposed to the person is "submersed in an Asian culture..." I'll get to that tomorrow I assure you I've a good response prepared.

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