First of all both of the metaphors can describe this countries diversity very well. So it’s kind of hard just to choose one of them but if I had to choose then i would go with the melting pot reference. I just feel referring to the United States as both a rainbow and a family quilt is misleading in a way. For the reason that it sounds like reverend Jackson is saying everyone is close and together in America and that is not the case at all. We are all different in some way whether it is culture, looks, or preference. Now melting pot works for me as a metaphor for our American society. It is simple and to the point. It's a concept of many cultures being blended into one, single identity. As Americans we have a duty to our country no matter what race or background you come from to stand together. Whenever the country is in need we all seem to go into a melting pot to become one.
I agree and disagree with you on American society being a melting pot. I would agree because yes, we do have a responsibility to serve our country as Americans, despite our background and culture. However, I think doesn't quite fit to call the U.S. a melting pot. We are all so diverse and come from so many different backgrounds that the way I see it, a melting pot suggests we should all become Americanized, as that is the only acceptable way to be in a melting pot society. Rather than co-existing and recognizing the other cultures and backgrounds that make up the majority of Americans, a melting pot seems like we must all blend to fit under one identity and disregard our cultural backgrounds and roots that make American society so rich.
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