January 12, 2003 at 12:00 am #40731
Kalpana
Member
Unfortunately, America and Americans were still reeling from the shock of 9/11 at the time you happened to be visiting Atlanta. While Georgia hasn’t necessarily been touted as the most tolerant state in the union, I don’t think you would have experienced the same if you had been there prior to the attacks on the World Trade Center. None of this is offered as an excuse for what people did or said to you, and yes, sadly, some Americans are very ignorant and racist. I hope that you visit again someday and are able to experience the warmth, acceptance and friendliness that is also very American.