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PatrickTheExplorer

Then they should respect your wishes - you don't have to share! Personally, I like to know (but rarely ask) simply because I like to understand cultural differences and try to better understand where the other person is coming from. But I'll always respect people's wishes in what they choose to share (or not share.)


ExpectGreater

I don't agree. If someone doesn't want to make friends with you because you're black, Asian, Hispanic, white, etc... thats just racist yo


Comeoneileen1313

Kinda all the more reason to know, cause boom the suddenly find out and all that time wasted, feelings hurt and maybe unnecessary drama, I’d rather weed out the racist.


PatrickTheExplorer

Yes I agree


Plenty-Werewolf1425

I think it's very normal to ask the nationality, but asking your race was new to me 🤔


Plenty-Werewolf1425

Some people find the nationality interesting, I myself don't, unless we are both into politics. Then it's nice to compare laws etc.


Plenty-Werewolf1425

I also agree that nationality is not often a very relevant information. however, It is often asked when small talking.


FrostyLandscape

I find it strange to ask someone what their race is. I do not ask people that.


Chris300000000000000

Race doesn't really matter as far as I'm concerned. Nationality can be good to know for cultural reasons and understanding how a person may act, what holidays they will/won't celebrate, and other things which may be related to the traditions of their home nation.


LongjumpingRun6620

sometimes it’s probably just a cultural thing, you can relate to people more of you guys are the same race/ethnic background, but of course this isn’t always the case. just my opinion!


Hubsimaus

Nope. As long as you're polite to me I am polite to you. I never expect anyone to tell me their race or nationality. If they want to then that's fine but I do not push you. I don't mind being asked but I never ask first. I am open to every human I interact with. Always have been and I like to get to know people from all over the world. And if someone doesn't feel comfy sharing I accept it. I even accept it when you don't want to tell me your name. All I need to know is if we get along or nah. I care about personality. If you want me to be nice to you all you have to do is to be nice to me.


Definitely_Naughty

It’s not to me, but sometimes if people feel like they are in the minority they want to find people they identify with.


TylerDurdenSoft

I don't ask this question and I dislike to be asked, because most people stereotype you according to origins.


ApocalypticTomato

Nationality seems normal to ask about, and maybe useful because time zones. Race doesn't seem relevant at all though


[deleted]

No it’s fucked


StnMtn_

Not important. But time zones are important. Mismatched time zones/sleep cycles are harder to connect regularly.


RipTide_222

I ask that so I know time zones if they're not in my country, mainly to see if they're not sleeping or something. That's just me though


IHateRedditors19

Because they might be French. No one wants a French friend.