In addition to their different assessments of the current state of race relations and racial inequality in the United States, Americans across racial and ethnic groups also see race and ethnicity playing out differently in their personal lives. On balance, blacks are more likely to say their race has hurt, rather than helped, their ability to get ahead. Among whites, Hispanics and Asians, more say their race or ethnicity has been an advantage than an impediment.
My hands are of your colour but I shame to wear a heart so white; I have almost forgot the taste of fears ... I have supp'd full of horrors.; Out, out, brief candle! Life's but a walking shadow ... signifying nothing.
Heritage is culture and background of a person. For example, clothing is something used every day...if it is used in culture than it is a critical symbol of heritage.