I would hold this up as an example of both how the majority of Corvallis might view the idea of diversity and, simultaneously, why that's a bit of a problem:The booth generated a mixed reaction from pedestrians on Saturday. Some thought it was a clever way to promote diversity and initiate a discussion on race in the mostly white city. Others said it was unnecessary for liberal-leaning Corvallis, where many residents pride themselves on championing diversity — including passage of a charter amendment that makes it a priority.
Because everyone knows that a charter amendment championing diversity is all that's needed to end racism and discrimination.
According to Wikipedia, the population of Corvallis is 86% white.
I'm sure that has nothing to do with the above paragraph.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
(The Lack of) Diversity in Corvallis
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I personally don't think Corvallis is that much white. I know plenty of Hispanics, Natives and I see a lot of African Americans here as well.
I used to joke about us being a pastey white town, but I don't think so so much any more... not that that's a bad thing.
Come to the Corvallis Open Forum on SAT from 11-1 at the Farmers MKT and talk about this.
Corvallis is very diverse. We have people from every single country in Europe.
for diversity, there's always albany, racially speaking that is. i agree--corvallis is quite the lilly white city. and i'm confident that a large reason for that is the high cost of living and the lack of living wage jobs.
I think Corvallis is still pretty dang white. You know where I notice the most diversity around the mid-Valley??? Costco. Kid you not. (I don't own stock.)
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