Originally Posted by MissBrattified
I don't think anyone is denying that it needs to be addressed. I certainly agree that when racially motivated discrimination and other difficulties occur, there is a need for compassionate and wise mentors to step in, calm things down and assist movement in a positive direction.
However, I tire of the same old rhetoric, which does not differentiate between white racists and the white "race." There are black racists as well, but if someone gets up and addresses that--well, they might just be tarred and feathered.
There is a need to both address issues and encourage people towards more positive outlets instead of festering in the wrongs and inequalities of the past. The latter is nothing more than a pity party, and simply unproductive.
In our home, even though we live in a rural area with very little ethnic diversity other than (American) Indian, we forbid racism, discourage judging by outward appearance, and encourage the curiosity and enjoyment of other cultures. One of our best family friends is a very dark-skinned Indian (dot, not feather). In our fair-skinned, blue-eyed, freckled household, the visible difference could not be greater, yet our kids interact with him as if he is part of the family (which he is!). So I have a problem being lumped in with the the racist ignorants of the past and present, even though I am white. Furthermore, we aren't rich, nor are we die-hard Republicans.
Based on the above, JW's comments could not be anymore racially charged, because he is attacking my white family (with some Indian blood thrown in for good measure), my wonderful, free country, and my Christianity.
So, I'm with Pressing-On on this one: We need less of his sort, and more like Bill Cosby who aren't afraid to speak the truth to anyone and everyone. JW is just an ear tickler. Plain and simple.
Just for the record, I also resent black leaders who designate others of the same skin color as "their community." In our town, I would consider all of my neighbors to be my "community" regardless of their race, color, gender, class or creed. Again, I consider that to be reverse racism, and it is not appreciated.
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