In the midst of WeekEnd full of Fun, I received the opportunity to engage in an enlightening global/political conversation....and I would like to share a bit of my experience with you....
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Interesting conversation! Loved it. Must say though I understand to a certain degree what your African/French comrades were referring to. Racism outside of America is brutal, a hundred times worst. In Europe, oh man, black folk or any one who isnt white, really get it and there is no recourse. There is no protection under the law. In Turkey, my friend, my hubby couldnt even get food becasue people refused to serve him and were extremely disrespectful.
I agree though that it is naive to think African Anericans have equal rights and priveledges and just need to use them, it is way more complex than that, but my brother, I'd rather be a negro in America anyday, than in any other so called developed/industrial1zed/first world country.
I think that the "ill contradiction" is an image built up by time. To break down this image will take time. It is the media, entertainment, societies, and communities that continue to fuel this image. My elders, for example, have this image with them because of how their media source may present them news, the clothes they may wear, and the way they talk just to name a few. I believe people of this generation, as well as those who carry such absurd beliefs, want to blame a group for whatever issue it may be. This is not to pertain only to blacks in America though. The image that have been with blacks in America, i think, will always be around, but in time people will be more accepting. I, personally, have grown up with blacks all throughout my life. I have seen how smart, courteous, and respectful they can be. In high school, I was questioned on why I spend my time with blacks such as athletic events or accompany them while at school. The people who question me are my other groups of friends or scolded by my elders.So I think I have an idea on where this facade stems from. I think it is the fear and anxiety that carries with people who carries this belief. Their fear then may stem into accusations, assumptions, and hatred. So long as we have ignorance in our society such an image will continue.
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