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How Did Society And Experiences Shape Justyce's Identity

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Jose Alvarez Mr. OJ English 10 5/9/24 Dear Martin, by Nic Stone, is a book about a 17-year-old boy named Justyce McAllister who grew up in a violent, and rough area in Atlanta, GA. Society and experiences shape Justyce’s identity by making him aware of the violence, and racism around him. Manny’s death had a big impact on Justyce’s life which made his mindset change about white people. “Justice wants to burn the word down.” - Page 127. Once Justyce heard that Manny died, he was downhearted. Justyce was so upset he said it felt weird wanting to hug and kiss a white girl after a white man killed his best friend. Manny was a big part of Justyce's life, not only was he good friends with him, he was also his best friend who was always there for him. Justyce's experience of racism changed how he views white people as “YOU WORTHLESS …show more content…

Justyce precedes by saying the idea of driving around in a free car from some rich white dude makes him sick to the stomach. Justice then continues to say that the white people have no respect for us. Justyce looks at white people differently after experiencing Manny getting shot and killed. Justyce views himself as a hard-working young man who lives in a bad, rough area. “I have a future ahead of me that will likely include an Ivy League education, eventual law degree and a career in public policy.“ - Page 10. Justyce knows he grew up in a rough area, but he knows he’s a good and honest dude. Justyce was considering joining a gang called The Black Jihad. Instead, he focuses on his future, going to Yale University. Justyce always viewed himself as a hard-working and honest man, however he grew up in a violent area which made it very challenging for him. Justyce grew up in a violent, and rough society which was challenging for him since he was always surrounded by gangs. “You can’t change how other people think and act, but

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