African American vs. Black

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    Jessica
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    According to articles that I've read, Africans despise and look down upon 'African Americans'. Why, then, is the label 'African American' preferable to black? I would appreciate responses on what your preferred term is and why.

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    Name : Jessica, Gender : F, Sexual Orientation : Bisexual, Race : White/Caucasian, Religion : Agnostic, Age : 23, City : Huntsville, State : TX Country : United States, Occupation : Student, Education level : 4 Years of College, Social class : Middle class, 
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