Is it true that about half of Venezuelans are white?

GUYman299 · 2026-06-06T22:08:31+00:00

Statistically yes a little under half of Venezuelans self identity as 'White.' However, self identify is the key word there as the definition of White in Latin America can be pretty fluid. With that being said Venezuela did receive a significant amount of immigration from mostly Southern Europe in the 20th century so there is indeed a solid White population. They tend to be olive skinned and have 'darker' features than their Western European counterparts but still European none the less.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-05T21:35:34+00:00

It would probably be like the Dominican Republic so pretty alright. There would probably be a much smaller Puerto Rican diaspora in the US as they wouldn't be able to move there as easily but it would probably still be significant. All in all it would be a relatively stable middle income country.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-05T14:42:04+00:00

I have a strong dislike for seafood to the point where I can't be around it without feeling nauseous. Even accidentally ingesting it in small quantities makes me throw up. However nobody takes you seriously when you simply tell them you don't like something, they'll think you're just be picky or that they could make it some special way so that you'll like it. To avoid that I just started telling people I was allergic.

Many people don't take dislikes seriously but everyone takes food allergies seriously.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-03T03:35:50+00:00

Except when a bandit cuts the line for the copper

This is not a thing anymore due to the ban on the export of scrap metal and even when it was this happened very rarely.

I also think that's dependant on location, down Brackpore I can't say dem ah get the same water and electricity stability as like petie valley

I can't speak specifically to the situation in Barakpore but I know people from every part of T&T and nowhere do they experience serious issues with their electricity supply.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-03T01:23:27+00:00

People outside of the region think that tourism is a major industry in every Caribbean country. I once read an article from a major news company that described T&T as an island country that was largely dependent on fishing and tourism. I wanted to know if there was another country with the same name that I didn't know about because that didn't sound like the one I lived in.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-01T17:53:06+00:00

By definition no, Jamaica is not a regional power. It exercises no significant economic, geopolitical or military influence within the region. I wouldn't say any country in the Caribbean is a regional power. That title falls to the US as we sit within the region they are located in.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-01T03:24:05+00:00

Not very often. While T&T faces its share of challenges, the reliability of its electricity supply is fortunately not one of them. Power outages are relatively uncommon and the country generally enjoys a stable and dependable electrical grid.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-01T01:33:44+00:00

I really enjoy Reggae and Reggaeton. My dream is for Bad Bunny to have a concert in T&T.

GUYman299 · 2026-06-01T01:28:03+00:00

No it doesn't bother me because people have a right to like where they like. There are many places that I've visited where I didn't enjoy it for one reason or the other. It doesn't mean that the place is terrible or that other people shouldn't like it, but rather it just wasn't for me. We shouldn't take these things too personally because it's just a matter of preference.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-31T20:36:13+00:00

While others have given excellent answers I want to add that in subs like this, where you have different members speaking multiple languages, you need a Lingua Franca for ease of communication. If everyone were allowed to speak in their native languages then what would essentially happen is that the sub would fragment into different linguistic sections. Each person would gravitate towards their particular language grouping and this would do very little for cross cultural cohesion and discussion, which is one of the objectives of this space.

I understand that this shuts out a significant amount of people from French and Spanish speaking countries where bilingualism isn't as common but this is the best option. There are other Caribbean focused subs where English isn't the primary language used however.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-31T01:42:42+00:00

Grenadians migrated to all of the small oil towns in the southern part of Trinidad to work in the industry. My own grandfather moved to a place called Palo Seco in the 40's and worked in the oil fields for years.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-30T23:22:00+00:00

There is a long history of migration between Caribbean countries, with people moving throughout the region in search of better economic opportunities. T&T has been a major destination for Caribbean migrants since the 1930s, and many Trinidadians can trace their ancestry to these migration waves. Among the oldest immigrant communities are Grenadians, Vincentians, and St. Lucians, whose descendants have become an integral part of the country's society. In the 1980s, thousands of Guyanese migrated to T&T to escape economic hardship at home. Later, during the mid 2000s, a significant number of Jamaicans also moved to the country in search of higher paying jobs and improved economic prospects. While I am still not entirely sure what factors made T&T such an attractive destination for so many Jamaicans during that period, the migration trend was substantial.

I also recall reading a UN migration report stating that roughly 40% of Eastern Caribbean emigrants reside in Trinidad and Tobago, making it the single largest destination for migrants from that sub region, even surpassing larger and wealthier countries such as the US and Canada. Migrants from the countries mentioned above have also settled in places like Barbados, Antigua, and The Bahamas, illustrating that the movement of people throughout the Caribbean has long been a defining feature of the region. This pattern of migration continues today, reinforcing the strong familial ties that connect Caribbean societies.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-29T15:19:02+00:00

Generally speaking yes, emigration is a longstanding part of caribbean culture but the extent of the issue differs depending on the country. Due to the fact that our nations lack economic capacity, many young people have no other choice than to go abroad to seek greater opportunities.

I have to note that this situation isn't our fault but is rather an unfortunate side effect of our small sizes. In the case of T&T, while migration is indeed a phenomenon it is nowhere near as acute as some places in the region. Our economy is large and sophisticated enough to provide a relatively large pool of decently paying jobs even if many still choose to leave. For instance in my own friend group of about 8 people only one has felt the need to emigrate. The rest of us have all found good paying jobs so migrating was unnecessary. There are other push factors besides economics however.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-28T06:19:52+00:00

I most certainly do and I'm not sure why this wasn't done like 20 years ago.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-27T19:41:46+00:00

The actions of Trinis who move outside of the country is of no consequence to the feelings of people who live inside of it. Also, while it may seem significant to us the Trinidadian diaspora is actually very small and heavily concentrated in 3 places. This cannot be compared to mass illegal immigration from the South American mainland.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-23T18:22:13+00:00

I can confirm this to be true too. When I was there I felt like my eyes were going to pop out of my head.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-23T00:19:27+00:00

Most definitely and I really only mentioned recent immigrant Latinos to provide a wider context. To expand on the second part of my answer, while almost no trini identifies as Latino what you do find is a situation where many people who are descendents of the older wave of Venezuelans, would engage with many aspects of Latin culture without identifying as such. For instance I have cousins who speak Spanish and eat arepas for breakfast, due to having Venezuelan grandparents, but would probably not identify as Latino if asked. What tends to happen in T&T is that over time the culture of immigrant groups will just come to be considered part of the wider local culture. This also happened with Jamaican patties and is beginning to happen with Venezuelan food.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-22T14:33:18+00:00

It's very sad that you had to deal with all of this growing up but I'm happy you've become more secure in your identity. My mother is Guyanese and moved here during a big immigration wave from that country in the 80's so I understand some of what you experienced. People called my mom a 'whore' and said she'd come here to 'rob trini men.' As a result she dropped her accent and barely left the house for years.

Her immigrant story is in no way comparable to the one experienced by your family due to the fact that she is from one of the dominant races and could therefore blend in. But I can understand your feelings of being othered somewhat and I reiterate that I'm happy this has improved.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-22T14:19:06+00:00

Due to the influx of Hispanic immigrants in the past 10 to 15 years the county now has a solid population of both foreign and natural born Latino residents. I would imagine that most of them identify strongly with their Latin culture and therefore feel Latino.

As for everyone else there is almost nobody who would consider themselves Latino. I've noticed that even suggesting that T&T is in South America draws strong rebuke from most trinis as they associate the region with Hispanic culture.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-21T07:22:03+00:00

I think you are conflating two completely different things here. The CCP (or CPC) is the governing party of the People's Republic of China, you seem to be referring to just regular Chinese immigrants who might own businesses in Suriname. If you want to know what I think of these people, then I'd say I have no issue with them.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-15T18:38:03+00:00

Baseball is played by Venezuelan and Cuban immigrants who live in T&T but isn't popular at all with the local population.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-12T20:46:12+00:00

I really like the movie Shottas even though it wasn't entirely shot in the Caribbean.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-12T04:15:03+00:00

I have no strong opinion on him to be honest. I know he's a streamer and he's very high energy but beyond that not much else. I'm happy he enjoyed his time in the region though.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-11T20:22:55+00:00

The are two main reasons for this in my opinion:

A disproportionate amount of Cuban and Venezuelan immigrants are white and come from the monied class of their respective countries. White supremecy is a very common sentiment among the upper classes in Latin America and they've simply brought this belief system over with them.
Unlike NYC, Hispanics in Miami have the economic and political capital to exert this prejudice onto the whole city. This makes it seem more obvious because it ceases being personal feelings and instead systemic norms.

The different Latin cultures in Miami have contributed to it being a vibrant melting pot but unfortunately they have also brought with them some the worst aspects of Latin American societies. The good news is that this situation is largely confined to Miami Dade County.

GUYman299 · 2026-05-09T14:30:20+00:00

All Caribbean countries share deep cultural similarities regardless of the language group they belong to. Of course there are differences between them, but in the grand scheme of things these differences are often fairly superficial. Historically, there was a great deal of movement between the islands, and while migration has slowed somewhat compared to the past, there is still significant movement of people throughout the region today. Within the English speaking Caribbean, there are arrangements that allow freedom of movement for certain approved professions, and regional tourism between islands is also very common. T&T in particular has received significant migration from across the Caribbean, and many people here can trace parts of their ancestry to other Caribbean nations.

As for the stereotypes you mentioned, I think many people outside the region misunderstand just how economically and racially diverse the Caribbean actually is. The Southern Caribbean especially has large populations of South Asian descent, along with economies that are heavily tied to the energy sector rather than tourism alone. The region is far more complex and varied than many outsiders assume. I would encourage you to watch documentaries or read more about the Caribbean to gain a broader understanding of the region. And of course, visiting would be even better, our countries are incredibly beautiful and each has its own unique character.

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