[livi]

Simple fact of the matter is that it takes much less black (than white) to look black (rather than white). 'Colored genes' have a more dominant expression.

But I also believe you are right on a social level. At least in a western society. Historically, the view on the black race is what it is. Although I think it works both ways in more homogeneous society. In central Africa I am not sure a half white would be as accepted in a completely black society.