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Originally posted by christhecynic:
All of this I understand but it's still not really an excuse for saying that kind of thing, even as a joke.
You're right, it's not an excuse, but it is a way that some black people react to tense situations. I don't mean to justify this behavior, just stating what I know to generally be a fact.
I'm not just using myself as an example here, either. Every one of my family members, black friends, even celebrities have a tendency to use politically incorrect humor (usually towards white people). It's just something that some black people tend to do, and considering black American history, it's to be somewhat expected. Old wounds run deep, after all.
And in reference to the story you told, it was very inappropriate to call that man a Nazi. People don't think before they speak sometimes, and there's no telling who you might hurt. It's not an excuse, but it does happen.
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Well, to try to get back to the original topic and hopefully far, far away from where its gone, I'll chime in.
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Originally posted by deepgirl187:Quote:
Originally posted by christhecynic:
All of this I understand but it's still not really an excuse for saying that kind of thing, even as a joke.
You're right, it's not an excuse, but it is a way that some black people react to tense situations. I don't mean to justify this behavior, just stating what I know to generally be a fact.
I'm not just using myself as an example here, either. Every one of my family members, black friends, even celebrities have a tendency to use politically incorrect humor (usually towards white people). It's just something that some black people tend to do, and considering black American history, it's to be somewhat expected. Old wounds run deep, after all.
And in reference to the story you told, it was very inappropriate to call that man a Nazi. People don't think before they speak sometimes, and there's no telling who you might hurt. It's not an excuse, but it does happen.
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"The path of the righteous man is beset on all sides by the inequities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men. Blessed is he who, in the name of charity and good will, shepherds the weak through the valley of the darkness. For he is truly his brother's keeper and the finder of lost children. And I will strike down upon thee with great vengeance and furious anger those who attempt to poison and destroy my brothers. And you will know I am the Lord when I lay my vengeance upon you."
Well said sister!
Now can we continue with the original topic of this thread?
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Just to reaffirm that we are all different...
I posted shortly after the comment about the Klu Klux Clan and I honestly found it funny. I was wondering if this might be an age thing since I understand very little of the significance. I wouldn't class myself as ignorant but where I live I've never really encountered racism other than in the media.
One of the problems with talking in forums is that there is nothing to indicate tonal variations or unspoken aspects of conversation. Offense can be easily caused regardless of intent.
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Originally posted by Tayeatra:
Just to reaffirm that we are all different...
I wouldn't class myself as ignorant but where I live I've never really encountered racism other than in the media.
Consider yourself blessed.
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Quote:Or because of it. I honestly think I would take less offence if it was serious, but to make a joke out of it is beyond rude.
Originally posted by Tayeatra:
Offense can be easily caused regardless of intent.
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I want to say the following and I hope people don't mind me staying off topic for that much longer.
We've all lost people we love, we've all been afraid and been in places where we were in actual danger just because of who we are or how we look.
We all know what it's like to be shut out and how it feels to be denied what you've earned.
I doubt that there is one person on this board who will not have someone they love torn from them in a horrible way be simple malignant cancer or being beaten to death because of race, religion, or sexuality.
Everyone has to face the same things.
Some people have to face it more often, every day, every minute. But that isn't a reason to say certain things, even when it is a joke. Especially when it's a joke, because for some of us this stuff isn't a joking matter.
People die because of hate every day, and the ones that look like me aren't left out just because they're more susceptible to sunburns.
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Originally posted by Tayeatra:
I wouldn't class myself as ignorant but where I live I've never really encountered racism other than in the media.
I used to be like you, enjoy it and pray that it lasts.
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Get a thicker skin, and a backbone.
Now can we continue with the topic of the thread?
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Originally posted by ShadowFLY:
Get a thicker skin, and a backbone.
Now can we continue with the topic of the thread?
I at least tried to understand your previous statement to a point. But ChrisTheCynic has a good point, and that is no reason to demean him for it. We all have the right to our own opinion on this forum.
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Originally posted by deepgirl187:Quote:
Originally posted by ShadowFLY:
Get a thicker skin, and a backbone.
Now can we continue with the topic of the thread?
I at least tried to understand your previous statement to a point. But ChrisTheCynic has a good point, and that is no reason to demean him for it. We all have the right to our own opinion on this forum.
This is true and you have a point. Now can we get back to the thread topic?
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