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sleeplessinNYtoo
8/31/2008 10:02 pmLast Read: |
Ok bloggers, I've grown tired of bitching about Adult FriendFinder and my unfortunate encounters. So, I'll try something a little more dangerous and write about a social issue that has recently had an effect upon me and those for whom I care. I work for an organization that treats inner city kids who are often court mandated in order that they be given an opportunity to avoid imprisonment for drug related offenses. As usual, an email to a friend inspired me to share my opinion here: Dear "L", I've just heard that "M" (a "white" staff counselor) got suspended for telling a belligerent "resident of color" to, "sit his black ass down in his chair", or something close to that effect. I don't know, I've witnessed our Assistant Director and our Director (who both happen to be "men of color") make public references to our residents as "niggas" and as "black", and I've also observed them offering similar directions regarding the proper placement of their asses in their chairs. They've never faced suspension or loss of their jobs as a consequence. "Crow Jim" rears his ugly head me thinks? Are my perceptions skewed? Exactly what color was his "black" ass? Was "M" not properly politically color blind? Should he have been?... Was the resident brown perhaps?... beige? ...Yellow? I think if I, or a "white" resident were told to "sit my white ass down", no one would have objected or gotten suspended, regardless of whether the counselor offering the instruction were white, black, or any shade in between. My ass is tanned at this time, (I work hard to achieve this effect) so I might beg to differ that pale white, pink, black, brown or beige are entirely subjective perceptions, BUT having an "ass" to sit upon is generally a universal human condition and hence an "objective" perception regardless of what color it happens to be at the time the demand that one sit upon it is voiced by someone given the authority to make that demand. I was educated over the years (I'm a child of the 60's who witnessed the civil rights movement & the assassination of Dr. King) to believe that the terms "negro", "Afro-American" or "colored" were considered racist and prejudiced in nature. As a young man, I found on occasion the need to correct my mother when she referred to, "that colored guy over there", exclaiming to her, "Geez mom, he's a black man! He's aware of that, and I don't believe he's ashamed; are you?" My grandmother used to whisper to me, when she felt the need to point out that "a 'colored' person" was nearby, watch out!" I come from a long line of racists and I am ashamed of that fact. I have tried to correct my perceptions. I am not "color blind"; who is? I do not appreciate anyone "pulling the race card" to take advantage of anyone. I believe if someone claims they are color blind they're being dishonest and I will challenge you and call you a liar if you fail to rationally present your case. Holy fuck! Have we run out of effective language!!! Are we totally, linguistically bankrupt or are we afraid of being "blacklisted" (LOL!)? Is it true we are not permitted to notice or make reference to a person's skin color being different from our own, for fear of being "politically incorrect"? Where and with whom does the shame lie that gives rise to accusations that one is "prejudiced" and deserves to be suspended or even fired for simply stating a persons true color, or making reference to the color relative to where their (whatever color) ass should be? Or, do they have a problem with the word "ass"? LOL! There's plenty of those to go around! Our organization is full of 'em. As are opinions; like me, everyone's got one. As always, ________{=}Xxx Sorry this isn't funny readers (or is it?) Regarding the issue of misogyny, this post has become too long, so I'll save it for another blog.  "The horror... the horror..." Joseph Conrad, "Heart of Darkness"o-o |
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 9/4/2008 2:40 pm |
sleeplessinNYtoo replies on 9/1/2008 12:44 am: You are my first and only comment so far on this "sensitive" topic. I've gotten 20 views in the last hour. You at least commented. I almost pulled my profile and blogs, feeling I'm not getting much "bang for my buck", Not getting banged at all, in fact! LOL I guess gals don't like bitchy guys. What do you think? Thanks for your considerate comment. I do agree with you. I think you need to give it time. There are certain types of post that will garner more response than others. You just bear that out. Also, give it time for people to find you. They will. An infant blog takes time to get readers. One thing I can suggest is visiting many blogs and leaving comments. Others will see you and if they like what they read in your comments, they will come check you out.   The Greatest Gift 500 ~ Not just a number NascarFox ~ My Guest Book ~ Private Messages ~ Blogging Help
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 9/1/2008 7:18 pm |
Now you have two comments...  I'm all for calling it as I see it, color or no color!  People might refrain from commenting due to the posts sensitive nature ya know.... Showing Jam some lurv out in the sand box..... [post 1737870] [post 1737869] [post 1737868] ROLFLMFrigginAO!!!!!!!! What am I doin for New Years Eve?
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8/31/2008 11:14 pm |
It's a double standard. That's never a good thing. PC Has gotten, too PC. The Greatest Gift 500 ~ Not just a number NascarFox ~ My Guest Book ~ Private Messages ~ Blogging Help
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