Change the secondary definition of "Caucasian"

The Issue

The word Caucasian directly derives from the Caucasus, which is the land in between the Black and Caspian Seas. Therefore, it is used to represent anything or anyone that has a direct connection to the Caucasus. While this definition is true, many dictionaries have made a second definition for the word that seems to imply that all people who are white are also Caucasian. I recently looked into the matter, and found that there was little scientific evidence to suggest a connection and I want people to know the truth about their heritage. Caucasian does NOT mean white!

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The Issue

The word Caucasian directly derives from the Caucasus, which is the land in between the Black and Caspian Seas. Therefore, it is used to represent anything or anyone that has a direct connection to the Caucasus. While this definition is true, many dictionaries have made a second definition for the word that seems to imply that all people who are white are also Caucasian. I recently looked into the matter, and found that there was little scientific evidence to suggest a connection and I want people to know the truth about their heritage. Caucasian does NOT mean white!

The Decision Makers

Peter Sokolowski
Peter Sokolowski
Liz McMillan
Liz McMillan

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Petition created on July 26, 2017