We be Haoles
Haole first became associated with the children of Caucasian immigrants in the early 1820s. It unified the self-identity of these Hawaii-born children whose parents were as much culturally different as they were similar.[2] With the first three generations of Haole playing key roles in the rise of the economic and political power shifts that have lasted through the current day,[3] "Haole" evolved into a term that was often used in contempt. It evolved further to racial meaning, replacing malihini (newcomer[4]) in addressing people of Caucasian descent who move to Hawaii from the U.S. mainland by the 1860s.[5] A 1906 phrase book sometimes translates it to "English (language)".[6] Today it is often applied to any who are of Caucasian ancestry, or to those who think or behave in a foreign manner.
Reference - wikipedia
Living in Hawaii affords "white bread" the opportunity to experience prejudice first hand. This is different for those of us that grew up in communities where individuals of different color and race were talked about and treated differently.
Having others think badly of you or treat you with disregard or even disgust is a new experience for us.
And it is good - because in reinforces our beliefs that everyone is to be loved and respected regardless of their physical appearance or position in life.
Prejudice is archaic and has no place in the evolution of consciousness. Love and acceptance for all!
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