Jesus Colon is a Puerto Rican, negro who was put in a painful dilemma of assisting a white woman who had to deal with a suitcase,a baby and two small children or to stay quiet and not pursue his courtesy.
Back then racism was a big thing. A journalist named Jesus Colon had to encounter an experience linked to racism. On his way back home,using the subway Colon saw a lady who needed help,as she was struggling with a suitcase,a baby and two small children.
Colon is Puerto Rican and it is his courtesy to succor others when nescessary. However, he knew nothing about this lady,besides the fact that she is white. Therefore, Colon was intimidated of the outcome if he helps the lady. He wasn't sure whether the lady would accept the offer or think of him as a thug.
Colon did not want to cause a problem so he looked away and sealed his lips. This act of Jesus Colon is completely different compared to Aung San Suu Kyi's act as she took a huge risk and did not look away.
I believe this very experience tells us a lot about Jesus Colon. However, this experience was a turning point in his life,as he promised to not put his head down if he ever is situated in a position like this again.
I have also encountered a situation of quandary,as I wasn't sure to stand up to injustice or to just stay quiet and safe.
So,your past and your previous experiences do impact and shape your identity,as it tells us what you did in a certain experience and what you may do in the future.
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