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Its all about expression.
Tattoos are a form of expression. Sure, some people can be criminals. But look in prisons. I bet that at least half of the people don't have tattoos, yet we associate tattoos with people of crimes. Yet, there are a lot of really nice people that have many tattoos. Society needs to change.
They are ugly!
Years ago when I decided I wanted to display a symbol that is near and dear to my heart, I had a ring made with that logo that could be removed anytime I wish. Whenever I see someone with tattoos I feel sorry for them. I hate it whenever I get dirt under my fingernais and can't wait to wash it off. Wouldn't imagine what it would be like having tattoo that would never wash away.
It's an identity
Tattoos are non-verbal statements. It is an expression of who the wearer is, what they've experienced, and what they believe in. It is significant memories and are displayed simply as art. Those who have tattoos are more open minded, tolerant, and accepting. They are also more comfortable with who they are as an individual in an ever changing world.
The difference between
The single difference between those people that are tattooed and those that are not tattooed is that people with tattoos(like me) do not care if a person DOES or DOESNT have tattoos.Tattoos are not all about fashion they are about self expression and making a statement or a memorial image of a particular time in your life good/bad that was a deilfinitive moment in time
Tattoos are quite popular among today's youth.
Tattoos are more popular and acceptable then ever in the United States of America currently, especially among the youth. Non-offensive tattoos no longer always prevent a person from employment, even at prestigious jobs or jobs that interact with the public. Celebrities are often tattooed. Also it is much safer to get a tattoo nowadays without have to associate oneself with the "other side of the tracks".
Tattoos have gained acceptability.
Years ago wearing a tattoo was a sign of rebelliousness. It was definitely not something accepted in decent society and had a negative image. Getting a tattoo has become in vogue in recent years and so many people have gotten tattoos that it is now more acceptable. It no longer holds the negative stereotype that it once had. It has become an acceptable way of expressing oneself.
I oppose the idea that tattoos are still negatively stereotyped in the US
It used to be that people with tattoos were stereotyped as punks, troublemakers, degenerates etc. But these days, tattoos has become common in fashion and we can see any common boy or girl with a tattoo anywhere on their bodies. I do not believe that tattoos are negatively stereotyped.
Tattoos have a place.
If people want to wear tattoos it's fine, but don't expect to get a high paying job wearing them. Now if you're in entertainment or self employed maybe, but a job not. I would not hire anyone who had tattoos from head to toe and all over your neck and face. Now if you have a little heart or something on your leg, or something, that's different. I am talking about the ones just all over your body.
