Ways through which other communities opposed being excluded from the elite society

In American history, the white race has been viewed as the master of all other races (Johnson 2010)1. This was due to the fact that the whites were and always have been the majority by overwhelming numbers. For this reason and some others that incorporated some sense of superiority, the whites have always used the term ‘other’, more than any other community. History has recorded events that clearly show how the US-born whites that were referred to as the civilized society, deprived some noted communities such as the African American community of identity and human rights. The marginalized communities to this day include; the African Americans, the Hispanic or Latino, Asians, the American Indian among others. This was done by first forming Marcus Garvey Universal Negro Improvement Association (MGUNIA) that fought for recognition and appreciation of theology of the blacks.

The movement facilitated on the emphasis on recognition of the ‘black' Jewish Community to also be equally important just like ‘white' religion (Johnson 2010). 3The African American Islam society was also faced with similar problems. Public celebrations were also a way towards reclaiming identity. This technique was used to attract several followers, which resulted in public operations and additionally, identification of religious significance(Johnson 2010). 4This was done because the strategy MSTA implemented was aimed at ending colonialism regime and racial discrimination. Rebellion The marginalized ethnicities in the US formed movements to revolt racial inequality and mistreatment by the whites. These rebellions were mainly targeted at ending slavery in the US. This method of pursuing freedom was mostly exploited in the course of the pre-colonial period.

One popular example is the rebellion in California known as Beacon Rebellion. Over the last thirty years, there has been a consistent development of museums with ethnic and heritage specificity. The efforts to realize these museums have been by ethnicities such as African American, Italian, Jewish, Korean, Ukrainian Americans, Indian American, Chinese and Latinos among others (Hillyer 2011). 8All these with the goal of deep involvement in forming and interpreting their identity and developed history. Over the years, critics have been questioning the tendency of US museums towards practices of Eurocentricity in representation, paying lesser tribute to the ‘other’ part of the society who are the minority; as compared to the considerably great extent to which the institution focuses on the ‘elite’ culturally.

Therefore, some museums have attempted to reevaluate and restructure their displays and exhibits. Eventually, the American government had no option but to consider and act on the plea of the Syrians, since they mobilized themselves in a manner that minimized chances of being ignored. In this kind of situation, the Syrians were thereby regarded as whites constitutionally. This technique hatched by George Duw was of significant help for the Syrians towards regaining their identity, history, freedom of self-will and respect that led them to fully enjoy their human rights as US citizens (Gualtieri 1984). 9 Conclusion The article has explored the issue of the ‘other' in the social, cultural and economic setup of the US. The minority was always deprived of the full enjoyment of human rights in America, which stripped them of their identity, history, and freedom of will in decision making.