Part 4/9:
Historical Perspective on Diversity
Highlighting American history, the speaker reflects on how the U.S. was once predominantly white—about 88% in 1960—with small percentages of Hispanics, Asians, and Blacks. They criticize recent immigration policies that opened borders, citing figures that show the demographic composition has become more diverse, such as approximately 68% white, with significant Hispanic, Black, and Asian populations.
The core argument is that diversity often presents challenges. The speaker points to historical and international examples—such as the Balkans, Rwanda, India, and Brazil—to illustrate that multicultural societies frequently encounter turmoil, unless a shared sense of national identity and civic ethos is maintained.