The discrimination of black people is based on unjust aspects that have no substantial importance in our society. For instance, African Americans are mainly discriminated against due to their appearance, and with America’s history with slavery. The basis used by people to deny black people their vital rights in society is sickening. African Americans constantly live in fear. On the other hand, the majority of white people tend to enjoy more privileges and rights in society compared to black people. For example, on average, black people are seen as less capable and ignorant in job interviews compared to a white person. Personally, I have also experienced such discrimination at my workplace. During an interview at a school, for the role of an after school teacher, the interviewer looked down on me when I asked them to pay me $17 an hour. However, my friend, who is white, faced no such discrimination, and even got the job for the hourly pay I asked for. Both of us had the same qualifications as well, with the only difference being the color of our skin. The demonstration of discrimination towards African Americans lowers their quality of life, especially their mental health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many black college students were, and still are, disadvantaged. College can make students feel equal, but I believe the pandemic brought out how unequal society really is.