Still fighting racism in valley

My husband and I are in an interracial relationship and blended family. We moved to Wofford Heights a little over two years ago and we knew from day one that we would be forced to deal with ignorance and racism. We just didn’t realize how far some people would go.

Local business owners all the way to hospital staff and as far as law enforcement has taken it upon themselves to let us know that we are not welcomed here. Well... We’re not going anywhere. This is where we live. This is where we work, and this is where we are going to be until we decide to leave.

We are not asking you to befriend us. All we ask is for the name calling, dirty looks, and flat out disrespect come to an end. All the bullying in the world will not force us out of the town we love and live in. People should be ashamed of how they’ve treated us, and I am sure the way they treat others. To those of you who have accepted us as part of the community and shown us the respect we deserve, Thank you.

Unfortunately we do not feel comfortable in the place we live. We are forming a group of Kern Valley residents tired of the racism we encounter on an all too frequent basis, and inviting anyone who has dealt with and is sick of the hatred to join our cause. We are a blended family who have a lot to offer our community, if given the chance. If you are interested in trying to make a long needed change in the valley, please call  (661)246-6034 for meeting details. 

Taylor Tagger

Wofford Heights