Is it simply a function of money. They are, therefore, leary of straying far from the traditional system of education, even though they have been the most poorly treated by it. Clearly, democratic schools have potential value for anyone. I happen to like it. In my work with thousands of people on these issues, I have seen a variety of awarenesses on the part of all people, of all races, as to their understanding of the varieties of discrimination within the white community.
Discrimination is a daily act as a result of choices.
An individual's right to associate with whomever they choose, on an individual basis, on their own time and using their own resources, is well protected, in democratic schools and elsewhere in this country. For example, I cannot say, as a member of a School Meeting, that I wish to associate with Kim in the Chemistry Room, if we have not both been certified by the School Meeting, through whatever Corporation is in charge of that room, to use that space. Additionally, I cannot refuse entrance to another certified person, simply because I choose not to associate with them. Whom I play with outside, however, is my own business.