"Is it because I'm black?"

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Duh Will. I've been telling people for years that Salman Rushdie wouldn't of had that fatwa put on his head if he'd only written The Satanic Verses in cursive.

 

[Mighty NorCal]

Oh goodness. Konnan is online. I wait with baited breath to see his evaluation of our racial discussion

 

[Total Impact]

As a black man, who lives in the most Racist State in America, Mississippi, Racism is alive and flowing for blacks and I never have or never will trust white people and to be honest I really don't like white people in person. I would never hang out with a white person in the fear that him and some more boys would play "Mississippi Windchime!"

I've been call the "N" word by whites, I've been called "Boy." I've been arrested before because I "Fitted the Profile." So me and white people have never gotten along. The way I look at white people is to always have both my eyes open and always watch my back, because if something ever goes wrong, blame the black boy.

"Is it because I'm Black" is a real thing and is usually the underlying factor. I have to work ten times as hard as white boy to get ahead. White people get it easier than blacks and its a fact. Hell just look at the story of 6 white girls beating on one white girl, they all got aggravated assualt charges and unlawful inprisonment. While in Jena LA, 6 black boys who beat on a white boy got attempted murder charges.

I would say I hate white people, I just would trust white people as far as I could throw them.

 

[TheOneBigWill]

As a black man, who lives in the most Racist State in America, Mississippi, Racism is alive and flowing for blacks and I never have or never will trust white people and to be honest I really don't like white people in person. I would never hang out with a white person in the fear that him and some more boys would play "Mississippi Windchime!"

I'm unfamiliar with this game.. wanna explain it to me?

I've been call the "N" word by whites, I've been called "Boy." I've been arrested before because I "Fitted the Profile." So me and white people have never gotten along. The way I look at white people is to always have both my eyes open and always watch my back, because if something ever goes wrong, blame the black boy.

Maybe the boy reference is because you call us "The Man?" Seems "fittING."

You have the ability to have both eyes open AND watch your back? Pshaw, and black people complain about not having it better than white people. I see on the news all the time about white people getting jumped from behind, now I get why its never black people. You see it coming.

Ah, so we're understanding one another then?

"Is it because I'm Black" is a real thing and is usually the underlying factor. I have to work ten times as hard as white boy to get ahead. White people get it easier than blacks and its a fact. Hell just look at the story of 6 white girls beating on one white girl, they all got aggravated assualt charges and unlawful inprisonment. While in Jena LA, 6 black boys who beat on a white boy got attempted murder charges.

Depends what job you're trying to get, that you have to work harder for. White males have a much harder time becoming strippers than females of any color. I feel ya!

You have to look at the difference over why the groups were attacking.

A.) The 6 White girls beat the shit outta the white guy, because they all found out he'd been sleeping with each of them.

B.) The 6 Black guys beat the shit outta the white guy, because they all found out he dated a black girl. And inter-racial relations only works with black guys and white girls, not the other way around. Duh, everyone knows that.

I would say I hate white people, I just would trust white people as far as I could throw them.

You forgot the "n't" on each "would" ebonics must of skipped a lesson.

I'm PURELY JOKING with everything I've said above! In no way, shape or form did I mean any of it and just felt like giving Mr. Collins shit. For the purpose sake of assuming someone on the forum might not understand a joke, (be it funny or otherwise) I felt the need to address very seriously that racial actions are wrong, and albeit funny in some situations, shouldn't make us appear different from one another.

All in all, I like Collins. (except for his views on females) I'd still like to be refered to as "The Man" though, is that possible? Wait, wait.. Collins, is it a crime to refer to you as my "brother?" Hogan does it all the time.

 

[HBK-aholic]

As a black man, who lives in the most Racist State in America, Mississippi, Racism is alive and flowing for blacks and I never have or never will trust white people and to be honest I really don't like white people in person. I would never hang out with a white person in the fear that him and some more boys would play "Mississippi Windchime!"

I've been call the "N" word by whites, I've been called "Boy." I've been arrested before because I "Fitted the Profile." So me and white people have never gotten along. The way I look at white people is to always have both my eyes open and always watch my back, because if something ever goes wrong, blame the black boy.

"Is it because I'm Black" is a real thing and is usually the underlying factor. I have to work ten times as hard as white boy to get ahead. White people get it easier than blacks and its a fact. Hell just look at the story of 6 white girls beating on one white girl, they all got aggravated assualt charges and unlawful inprisonment. While in Jena LA, 6 black boys who beat on a white boy got attempted murder charges.

I would say I hate white people, I just would trust white people as far as I could throw them.

You honestly, annoy the hell out of me. Shut up moaning that you don't like white people while then complaining about racism. I cannot be bothered with people like you. And there are loads. I know them. They complain about people discriminating against them for their colour, yet decide they don't like me because I'm white.

And about the fucking 6 black boys getting done for attempted murder, that happens all the time to white people but do you hear me complaining about it? And it'd depend on the type of attack, or is that something just slipped your mind because OMG it was a black person? Would you fight it if it was the other way around?

So dislike whites, do whatever the fuck you want, but DO NOT complain they are racist to you.

 

[BooCocky]

You honestly, annoy the hell out of me. Shut up moaning that you don't like white people while then complaining about racism. I cannot be bothered with people like you. And there are loads. I know them. They complain about people discriminating against them for their colour, yet decide they don't like me because I'm white.

And about the fucking 6 black boys getting done for attempted murder, that happens all the time to white people but do you hear me complaining about it? And it'd depend on the type of attack, or is that something just slipped your mind because OMG it was a black person? Would you fight it if it was the other way around?

So dislike whites, do whatever the fuck you want, but DO NOT complain they are racist to you.

wait, you cant be bothered with people like him? Then why are you replying? How do you know if they're racist to him?

 

[TheOneBigWill]

You honestly, annoy the hell out of me. Shut up moaning that you don't like white people while then complaining about racism. I cannot be bothered with people like you. And there are loads. I know them. They complain about people discriminating against them for their colour, yet decide they don't like me because I'm white.

And about the fucking 6 black boys getting done for attempted murder, that happens all the time to white people but do you hear me complaining about it? And it'd depend on the type of attack, or is that something just slipped your mind because OMG it was a black person? Would you fight it if it was the other way around?

So dislike whites, do whatever the fuck you want, but DO NOT complain they are racist to you.

Holy Shit Whitey, do you wanna join Colin in Prison? You just flamed the shit outta Collins. Calm it down little one, calm it down.

As I said else-where, its his opinion. Like it or not hes entitled to it. You don't have to (and obviously don't) agree with it, but its not our place to tell him he can't make it.

Speaking of discrimination, I get it all the time because of my hair. Now THATS bullshit.

 

[HBK-aholic]

wait, you cant be bothered with people like him? Then why are you replying? How do you know if they're racist to him?

He's complaining it's so much harder for him because he's black. I can see why with the attitude he has towards white people. And I replied, because I honestly had to say something to that.

 

[HBK-aholic]

As I said else-where, its his opinion. Like it or not hes entitled to it. You don't have to (and obviously don't) agree with it, but its not our place to tell him he can't make it.

And he can have his opinion regarding disliking white people. I told him to think that of he wants. But all he did was complain it was so much harder for him, and that people were racist towards him. He's discriminating just as much to them.

 

[BooCocky]

honestly, i believe it would be harder for him. People are so stereotypical and always look at the "black" man as being evil. Thinking they only know how to do several things. I live in an all white neighborhood, and if a black person walks down it and cops are around they get questioned. the person does absolutely nothing and gets questioned for walking in a "white" neighborhood.

my friend dropped me off at my house in a mustang and got questioned.

I dont think i'd be able to deal with the things a lot of African American males or females go through.

Everyone tries to look at all the bad shit, but can never look for all the positives.

Racism happens everyday and everywhere, and its something that really doesnt have to happen.

 

[TheOneBigWill]

And he can have his opinion regarding disliking white people. I told him to think that of he wants. But all he did was complain it was so much harder for him, and that people were racist towards him. He's discriminating just as much to them.

I understand your compassion to reply, and I get the anger.. but again, sometimes its best to ignore the situation, unless its directed specifically at you. He was making an overall opinionated comment that likely would've been replied (seriously) against by Jake or Jonny I'd assume.

And discrimination is everywhere. Color of skin, sex, age, bloodline.

Seriously, you give and take thats all you can do. Am I gonna blow up because morons don't wanna respect me because I have long hair? No, I won't blow up, sure I'd be upset and pissed off, but I'll move on.

All people who complain about being discriminated against try to ultimately do, is find excuses for themselves and no longer try. And thats the truth.

So Collins feels the (white) world is against him because hes black. If he gives up, it isn't because of every white person.. maybe a handful, yes, but ultimately it was his own free will'd choice to quit on life.

 

[TheOneBigWill]

honestly, i believe it would be harder for him. People are so stereotypical and always look at the "black" man as being evil. Thinking they only know how to do several things. I live in an all white neighborhood, and if a black person walks down it and cops are around they get questioned. the person does absolutely nothing and gets questioned for walking in a "white" neighborhood.

I disagree with that almost instantly. I can list of several black guys I know that are not only smarter than I am, but successful in businesses they run.

I'll agree that SOME would look at a person's color and discriminate or judge based on stupid stereotypes. Asian - 100 to a house. Blacks - criminals. Mexicans - illegal. But the fact is, how can we stop it? We can't.. but we can decide whether to believe in it or not.

And once again, as NorCal pointed out.. its the reaction we give that gives racial remarks and actions their power.

my friend dropped me off at my house in a mustang and got questioned.

The same would apply to me. Long hair/trench coat. I get stared down each time I walk into Wal*Mart DISPITE being well known by most. I get followed all over the store.

I dont think i'd be able to deal with the things a lot of African American males or females go through.

I agree. I don't think I could handle being African American either, because I see the hardship some have went through. However I also see how good some have made their lives by honest, hard work. So once again.. its all in what you see and how you wish to take it.

Case in point, Obama. Sorry to bring it up, but if the world hated black people SOOOOOO much, he wouldn't even be a top name in this year's election.

Everyone tries to look at all the bad shit, but can never look for all the positives.

People choose to look at all the negatives, because its simply hard for anyone to see positive. That isn't just reflected upon black people, its reflected upon everything. The world is a negative place.

Racism happens everyday and everywhere, and its something that really doesnt have to happen.

Agreed.

 

[BooCocky]

Will, i am not replying to this. firstly i'm tired, secondly I'm tired.

I never said black people arent successful. I know several black people who have done very well for themselves. Own land, run a successful business. nice house, and so forth. Done well in school.

The stereotypical thing i never understood. its like hey, "you're an african american, you must sell drugs". thats just nonsense imo.

I get followed around stores because i wear baggy jeans, and a fitted off to the side. its like cut me a break. its not like i'm going to steal from this shithole of a business you operate.

I could not handle being an african american male in this day an age because they endure a shitload, and its basically all nonsense. Hey, the might steal or get arrested, but hey who doesn't/ All of those twisted serial killers are all crazy white people.

Obama, I dont have a problem with the man. If i voted he'd get my vote. Obama is a hard working man who "supposedly" stands up for people like you and I. The guy is well spoken, and so forth.

I dont think racism is as big as it was many many years ago, but its still a pretty big topic.

I just take shit as it comes because i believe in the System. I believe the system works, and i believe you cant convict me unless you have proof. i stand by that.

 

[Total Impact]

You honestly, annoy the hell out of me. Shut up moaning that you don't like white people while then complaining about racism. I cannot be bothered with people like you. And there are loads. I know them. They complain about people discriminating against them for their colour, yet decide they don't like me because I'm white.

And about the fucking 6 black boys getting done for attempted murder, that happens all the time to white people but do you hear me complaining about it? And it'd depend on the type of attack, or is that something just slipped your mind because OMG it was a black person? Would you fight it if it was the other way around?

So dislike whites, do whatever the fuck you want, but DO NOT complain they are racist to you.

Whites being racist is why I don't really like white people. White people will never understand what it's like to grow up being black. Was your people slaves for hundreds of years. Is your people being thrown in jail for no reason at all. Look at how the media treat black people, I mean if a little white girl is missing for two hours she is on the news in a instant, but if a black girl is missing for three weeks, not much as one sentence is mention. You're white, your lucky. So you will see this as me as moaning and complaining when I'm telling the truth.

I don't trust white for the reasons, my uncle was killed by a white a police officer because he tried to vote. I don't trust white people because when my father tried to go to college, seeing as he was one of the few black boys there, they tried to kill him as an example. I don't like white people because I have been called the "N" word by many, I've been arrested on a profile that no where near match me and they nevered admited their fault, only let me go. I trust white people because I know what they ill and would do. Until you went through, don't come down on me. no white person will never understand going into a place and being stared at because of your color. No white person will no what it like to sleep at night and worry if it will be your last night out of fear of bullet coming through your window. Come back to this conversation when you get of legal age and have lived life. Because the only thing you can compare too is not getting the right purse to match your shoes.

 

[Total Impact]

honestly, i believe it would be harder for him. People are so stereotypical and always look at the "black" man as being evil. Thinking they only know how to do several things. I live in an all white neighborhood, and if a black person walks down it and cops are around they get questioned. the person does absolutely nothing and gets questioned for walking in a "white" neighborhood.

my friend dropped me off at my house in a mustang and got questioned.

I dont think i'd be able to deal with the things a lot of African American males or females go through.

Everyone tries to look at all the bad shit, but can never look for all the positives.

Racism happens everyday and everywhere, and its something that really doesnt have to happen.

I do agree, most people look at the blacks in negative light and hold us to more pressure than whites. Hell if I walked down a white neighborhood right now, I would be in jail within the hour if a white person was walking down my street people would just think they got lost or something no problem.

No one understands what black people go through but black people. We are only seen through sterotypes. I wear a suit and tie everyday, but the fact that I wear my hair braided and listen to rap, white people assume I sell drugs or steal. This isn't something I think, but know, because a white man came up to me and ask me if he could get a "dime." I gave him ten cent, but he said he was talking about weed. I said do I look like a drug dealer, he stopped talking and left before I could really tell his ass off.

I really think this thread should be closed, because I hearing alot of comments about black people from white people who will never understand. When the last time a white person been racially profiled? Now if you are jewish, you may be able to talk, but other than that, no one should say nothing, because all you are saying is that black people should stop complainin gabout the issues we face everyday.

 

[Jonny B]

Complete and total racism in this Thread. Collins racism works both ways, if you keep it up with spewing this crap around the board your going to be banned.

Becca same goes for you, it was a complete and utter flame fest... I happen to agree with you but the subject is to too sensitive for it to be blasted about in that way.

Consider the both of you warned and thanks to whoever closed this.