Many interracial couples face backlash from society, making it difficult for them to have a regular relationship. They face disapproval from their own race, pessimistic reactions from family and friends, not to mention ignorance from society at large. Why is interracial dating so controversial? Isn’t racism a thing of the past, or is that what we would like to believe? People who date and socialize with people from different racial groups often face negative reactions. Most disapproving messages come from people within their own racial group. They scoff and scoff at the idea of ​​them dating someone with a different skin tone or ethnic background. According to a 1992 poll, many people believe that people should date within their race in order to maintain unity within the ethnic community. It's as if they believe in the sequestration of every racial group. They believe that each race is unique and should not be integrated. Mixing races will only cause problems. Probably one of the most hurtful things in life is dealing with family and friends who aren't supportive of the people you truly love and love. One might wonder what could cause family and friends to rebel against interracial dating. As Verna Stolkes' book Marriage, Class and Color in the 19th Century Cuba explains, many families may object to their loved one's bond with someone of another race for political, religious reasons....