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Old 05-21-2008, 09:01 AM
 
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Hello,
I found a great bargain on a house for rent in Crystal Lake, IL. I am an African American woman and I have a 6 year old son. I have no problems with racism but I am no fool, and I have personally experienced discrimination. Fine, whatever! My concern is about my six year old, will I run into a lot of adversity living here?

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Old 05-21-2008, 09:30 AM
 
Location: Phoenix metro
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Tough to say, sadly. I see quite a few African-Americans up in that area, but I have no idea how theyre treated. Id like to imagine that you'd be fine overall, but cant rule out the occasional idiot who might give you a hard time for no reason at all other than theyre retarded. Have you considered Elgin? There is a much larger African-American community there, but the town isnt as nice overall.
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Old 05-21-2008, 12:18 PM
 
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From the time I've spent in Crystal Lake (and its not a huge amount, but the in laws are nearby) its got more transplants from out of town, new constrcution/families, and my impression is that it would be more racially tolerant than other some other communities in McHenry County. I hope some NW locals add their thoughts!
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Old 05-21-2008, 02:40 PM
 
Location: Streamwood
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I haven't heard anything bad about Crystal Lake. I would say just try it for a few months and see how it goes. You're just renting, so its a lot easier to get out of than a mortgage.
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Old 05-21-2008, 03:54 PM
 
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I am AA and I know an AA family that has lived in Crystal Lake since 1980...kids are grown and married...they never spoke of any problems.
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Old 05-21-2008, 08:42 PM
 
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Thanks! You guys have been very helpful. I really appreciate it.
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Old 05-22-2008, 09:08 AM
 
Location: Phoenix metro
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Thanks! You guys have been very helpful. I really appreciate it.
No prob! Best of luck to you and yours. And if anyone gives you a hard time, give em one right back.
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Old 01-05-2009, 08:32 PM
 
Location: Illinois
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Well, the African-American population here is a very, almost unnoticeably small minority. However, I wouldn't say that because of that, it is not "African-American friendly." By that question, what exactly do you mean? There is little racism here (outward anyways.) People usually feel free to be themselves here, no matter what that entails. Good luck on your search.
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