There is a concept called "The Great American Melting Pot". Many will argue that it is a bad and evil concept. I disagree. These great United States of America were founded on the ideas of freedom and equality. Who we are today is an amalgam of all those who came before us. Our forefathers were not from a single country, a single county, and a single town. They came from around the Globe with different religions, cultures, food tastes, political views, economic means, etc. Each contributed the best (and sometimes the worst) of what they brought to this country and we adopted it as part of our greater society.

Perhaps it appears as if we wear a mask. Some of us might because it is the only way we are able to survive. You shouldn't assume that we wear masks purposely to deceive you.

I encourage you to study our history and culture. For the most part we are good honest people and we welcome you and what you contribute to our country and our culture.