The aforementioned Mr. Epstein, writing in an anti-immigration blog and quoted in a recent New York Times editorial, said: "Diversity can be good in moderation -- if what's brought in is desirable. Most Americans don't mind a little ethnic food, some Asian math whizzes or a few mariachi dancers -- as long as these trends do not overwhelm the dominant culture." . . .First, the New York Times, now the NY Daily News -- say what you will about the kid, but he's got all the right enemies.
Mr. Epstein, assimilate this: There’s no one American "dominant" culture. There never has been. Throughout history, American culture has evolved, and will continue to evolve, with the ebb and flow of immigration from different parts of the world.
It’s all a matter of time. Send in the mariachis.
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