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Why is it that the black people can post all of their rants online, saying how horrible white people are and how the white man caused them so much pain, but when I go to rebut their claims of them having it so badly, because they didn’t go though any part of slavery, my responses do not get posted? Why is it ok for a black person to basically be racist towards white people but God forbid if a white person says something to refute their statements? I firmly believe that ALL black people are much better off now in the USA than they would ever be if their ancestors would not have been brought over here in slavery. Think about it, if their ancestors were left in Africa they ones complaining would likely not even be here. Their ancestors would have starved to death or caught one of the many horrible diseases that run wild in their "home" countries in their motherland. So for all of the blacks please stop complaining, you get to live in the greatest country in the world and you still are not happy. Also please notice that I say blacks and not "African Americans" The reason that I use the word blacks instead is because 99% of the black people in the US have never even been to Africa, probably about 90-95% of their parents have never been to Africa, and about 85-90% of their parents have never been to Africa, so please tell me how they are African Americans. I think an African American is the guy or girl who moved here from Africa then became a US citizen. His or her children that are born on US soil are not African Americans, they are just Americans.

P.S. Some of my ancestors were slaves but you don’t see me complaining about it. They were white slaves, owned by black people actually. Yet I don’t expect any kind of apology from the blacks.

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Kim wrote on Aug 28, 2008 8:01 AM:

" I agree.I feel the frustration too,but stay on the higher road.Continue to do your part to eliminate the hate.Turn a deaf ear to those who complain that they didn't get their share.The only way I can help is to not perpetuate the hate. As far as the reverends that scream civil rights, well it is no suprise that they are the stick that stirs up the fire ants.If they didn't they would soon be unemployed. I think the more educated groups realize that these civil rights leaders were once very important, but have outlived their usefullness,&have now become a detriment. "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 27, 2008 12:47 PM:

" Kim I agree with you on some parts. I think we should follow our children. But I do try to take the high road. I am not a racist. I have freinds from all races. None of them to my knowledge ever do the things thatAl Sharpton or the idiotic Rev Brown do. I am sick of hearing about how whites owe blacks something. I have sat back quietly and let them try to blow off steam. It doesnt work. they just keep going and going. Sharpton and Jackson are millionaires because they are race pimps. It is sickening "

Kim wrote on Aug 27, 2008 11:29 AM:

" cont.Be the best citizen you can be& set a positive role model for your kids.Predjudice is taught.If you let children be they will play with whomever,regardless of color,or religion.We could learn a few things from children.(and a child shall lead them)The old adage,"If you don't have anything good to say don't say it."is best applied to this subject especially when kids are around.Teach kids to own their failures in life not to blame others for it.Teach them to try,try,try,again& persue success,that old American Dream.Most of all teach them to respect themselves&others so the world is a better place to live. "

Kim wrote on Aug 27, 2008 10:52 AM:

" Forum Reject.The only way it will end is if more people take the high road. Teach your children to be tolerant of others.Stop the guy in the office from telling you dumb racist jokes.(they are not funny they are offensive)Don't listen to the people who talk about sending back frustrated black people to Africa..for what?They are American citizens who have a right to be here and to complain. "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 26, 2008 4:12 PM:

" When will it end? Can a black person please tell me that? If Barak is elected president, will that be enough? Or will you still want more from the white man? How about I give every black person I see $1 until I have no more money. Will that make everything better? What exactly do you people want? Please tell me. "

Todd L. wrote on Aug 25, 2008 2:32 PM:

" You guys are talking apples and oranges.
The jews were systematically being killed and murdered just for being jews. Blacks were used as workers therefore killing them made no sense. But in both instances, the USA came to their rescue. "

AC wrote on Aug 25, 2008 9:00 AM:

" Who said anything about forgetting slavery? Do the Jews constantly ask for handouts from the Germans? Honestly I don’t know because I am not a Jew, but if they do, it is not nearly as publicized as blacks asking for apologies or handouts or saying the white man holds them down. I have never heard a Jew in the last 10+ years say;“Germans are evil and hold us down.”In fact, my grandparents lived in Czechoslovakia during WWII and were persecuted just like Jews were, and I don’t hate Germans, or even Hilter's children, I hate Hitler. "

Armygyrl wrote on Aug 25, 2008 1:24 AM:

" Actually the comment was towards "same ole stuff". It amazes me to see the ignorance of some people. I've travelled the world and have been able to meet people from all different countries and have yet to be treated differently because I was from America. Yet when you come home, you see the ignorance/racism of people that say things that are absolutely crazy. "

elbows wrote on Aug 24, 2008 4:10 AM:

" should jews forget about the holocaust? i think not. so why should blacks forget about slavery. remember this we must forgive but never forget,because history has a tendacy of repeating itself. "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 23, 2008 1:02 PM:

" To: Armygurl

If you are making that comment to me.... My reason that I posted it was to possibly spark some rage in the vast majority to stop allowing our race to be pushed around. I am by no means saying we need to be racist, but lets be fair. If one race can say or do something, we should all be able to say and do something. "

Armygyrl wrote on Aug 23, 2008 12:50 AM:

" You saying that proves and solves what? "

Same Ole Stuff wrote on Aug 22, 2008 9:32 AM:

" If you don't like it here in America there is always the option to move back to AFRICA! See how much freedom you have there. "

Armygyrl wrote on Aug 22, 2008 5:54 AM:

" It's funny as I read some of the education and welfare comments. When you look at the statistics dealing with dropouts, who is it that has the highest rates? At the same time you hear about people on welfare, but if you look at the races overall, everyone contributes to that percentage, both black and white. So when you look at the topic of racism, some people favor one side over the other. Many comment on things that they know only from what they have read or heard, but do not have first hand experience. "

John wrote on Aug 21, 2008 10:19 AM:

" Racist Bigots!

love your neighbor. "

Chuck wrote on Aug 20, 2008 5:12 PM:

" That third grade mentality at its finest: "If he can do it then I wanna do it too!" I somewhat agree with Melissa, as she does have a point. However, we may not necessarily all be American, but we all are of one race. The HUMAN race. You would think by now we could get past all the stupid, senseless and hurtful labels and think of one another as PEOPLE. How about this label: "Human American". Probably won't fly, because it doesn't sound controversial enough. I tried, and now I'm done. Losing battle? For now, it looks like it. Finis. "

Im white wrote on Aug 20, 2008 12:33 PM:

" I am not prejudice at all but where I live it's maybe 50% white and 50% blacks. My lil boy wanted to play with the lil boy down the road but his Mother told her son He wasnt going to play with that white boy. Sooooo YES Black people are just as racists! "

A Mouthful wrote on Aug 20, 2008 9:00 AM:

" Let's get this started - I am white and want to be referred to as Euro-American. American is just not enough for me anymore. Don't ask me why. I just want everyone to have to make a conscious effort to remember to call me by my new genealogical description. "

WAKE UP wrote on Aug 20, 2008 12:05 AM:

" Man in the mirror you to step away from the mirror your golds are blinding your thought process. Your words remind me of an old 60's temptations song. You have got to be kidding me! Woe is you. So downtrodden in the 21st century. A black man just can't get anywhere. OH PLEASE! Give it a rest. White or black you commit a crime you do the time no matter what word you call it. My man do you watch t.v.? Have you seen the black man who's about to become president? Just kidding he ain't got a-chance-according-to-your-depressing-theory. "

Melissa wrote on Aug 19, 2008 5:47 PM:

" Correct me if I am wrong...but isn't it the same thing if they call me white? So, why can't I call them black? I feel if I have to call them African Americans instead of black, then I want to be called American instead of white! "

AC wrote on Aug 19, 2008 10:38 AM:

" TO: Man in the Mirror.

I am assuming that you are a firm supporter of affirmative action. That being said, if you are, you are a racist.
Senerio:If two people have the exact same scores on tests and the exact same GPA with the same qualifications, except one is black and one is white. Who gets the job when following affirmative action guidelines?The black guy. Now how exactly is that fair? Also if a college has to have a certain number of blacks, more qualified whites will not be accepted because of that.Is that Fair? No, it's Racism. "

NISH Graduate wrote on Aug 18, 2008 5:17 PM:

" LOL...yall white folks crack me up...Listen to yourselves.. "

Man in the Mirror wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:01 PM:

" Woe to all the ones with that Southern Slave/Slave owner mentality. Since the blogger said "all" blacks. This person should know in 2008 that there are different socioeconomic groups amongst all races. However, if given a choice on which person to hire for a job, the white person with little to no credentials would beat out the more qualified person regardless. Favoritism, opression, depression and a lack of respect because of color is a reason minorities have higher crime statistics. Again, whites overlook each others crimes. If you're black it's stealing...whites "embezzle." Whites go missing, it's news. Blacks, milk carton. "

To Helter Skelter wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:45 AM:

" Didn't Charles Manson who is in jail for life use Helter Skelter logo or something as a part identification / group that murdered Sharon Tate? "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 18, 2008 8:37 AM:

" To Chuck:
I do think all racism is wrong. I just think racism is only viewed as a White person hating another race. Society allows blacks to be openly racist towards whites and I think it is unacceptable. As for the comment of "title" they wish to be called. They can want to be called whatever they want, but if I call them black, it shouldn’t be “Politically Incorrect”. If I wanted to be called The President of the United States, that would not be acceptable because I am not. They are not from Africa; therefore they are not African-Americans....Simple! "

Southerner wrote on Aug 18, 2008 1:38 AM:

" Northerner thank you so much for pointing out Louisiana's placement in education in relation to the the other states. I don't believe we ever heard that before. So tell me, what is it that made you stop in Louisiana. Certainly you could have driven a little longer or flown right to Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas. You would have been treated with the same Southern hospitality although you clearly aren't worthy of it. Like Lynrd Skynrd replid to Niel Young. A Southern Man Don't need you around anyhow. Go back up North where people don't know how to smile. Bye! "

Chuck wrote on Aug 17, 2008 4:36 AM:

" To "Helter Skelter": To quote a portion of YOUR last post, '... had we not employed their ancestors in our homes as domestic workers ...'. Exactly who are the "we" you refer to? That statement in itself sounds racist to me. Interesting the way you put it, isn't it? Think about it. "

Chuck wrote on Aug 17, 2008 4:14 AM:

" To "Forum Reject": Personally, I NEVER expect my comments to get posted here, including this one. Some make it, while others don't. It could be for several reasons. Maybe a proof-reader missed it, or maybe it didn't meet the DI's guidelines. I firmly believe it's not personal. To answer your base question, it's NOT okay. ALL racism is wrong, obviously. If "blacks" (your word) want to be referred to as "African American", who are you to say different? Because it's not "PC", or because it makes YOU uncomfortable? C'mon! It's petty and not worth debating. Please feel free to refute. "

Helter Skelter wrote on Aug 15, 2008 6:50 PM:

" High Five & Kudos to you! I couldn't have worded it any better myself. Alot of these people fail to realize that had we not employed their ancestors in our homes as domestic workers,the vast majority of them would have never had decent clothing, shoes or food on their tables for their families that was freely given to them by their employers. This was years after slavery was abolished & before the garment factories were built here. "

AC wrote on Aug 15, 2008 12:45 PM:

" Also what teachers were tested? If I could hand pick 5 teachers from New Iberia for Math, Science, History, and English to go up against your hand picked from the whole country. I think it could and would be a close race on those test scores you talk about. The reason I say that is, I know a few very good teachers and none of them mentioned that they took any test to determine where Louisiana stood. So they probably took only public school teachers mainly from the New Orleans area. "

AC wrote on Aug 15, 2008 12:39 PM:

" Not saying that oilfield work is not perfectly fine. But when these people have children, some of them do not place as much attention on school as needed for their children. These children see their parents making 50+K a year.So they too will likely become an oilfield worker and make a living doing that.Some of the guys I work with are very smart, they can do things that I cannot do.At the same time, I will take a test and pass much easier than them.Everyone has their own thing to do, in Louisiana school just isn't as important to some. "

AC wrote on Aug 15, 2008 12:35 PM:

" Sad to say but yes we are ranked lower on the scale of educators. That does not mean our people are stupid. I know many student, including myself, who were much smarter than the people teaching them. There are however a lot of less educated people in Louisiana. I blame that on the Oilfield and the Culture. Culture because everything is laid back sadly so is education. Oilfield because people can graduate from highschool and make more money than most college graduates. So why would they want to go to college? "

Northerner To Everyone wrote on Aug 15, 2008 9:08 AM:

" Stopped in town to visit. I don't agree with putting all blacks together just like it would be ridiculous to lump all whites or any other race together. I must say northern, eastern, and west coast whites, blacks, Asians etc. have a particular heir about them and more politically correct things to talk about. I wonder if it's because of better opportunities and the educational system. I hear Louisiana ranks the 49 dumbest state (teachers were tested) and rank 50 when it comes to child care / pre-k for your kids. Wow! Wonder why you are struggling? "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 14, 2008 10:59 AM:

" I think that 20+ kings and queens out of hundreds of thousands if not millions of people that live in Africa would be considered "a few". Also were those people sold into slavery or something? What was the point of that post?

20 people out of 25 that would not be "a few" but that is not the case here. "

MIA wrote on Aug 14, 2008 3:30 AM:

" Agree with Brain, have had plenty of my comments rejected too! Plenty of censoring here! "

To brother wrote on Aug 13, 2008 4:05 PM:

" Here's more than a few try 20 +

Imhotep, Uthman Dan Fodio, Hatshepsut, Ezana, Thothmes III, Queen Tiye, Akhenaton, Mansa Musa, Queen of Sheba, Piankhi & Taharqa, Aesop, Hannibal, Yakub Al-Mansur, King Mutato, Muhammed Bello, Menelik, Sunni Ali Ber, Haile Selassie, Ahmadou Bamba, Askia "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 13, 2008 2:25 PM:

" As I was writing my last post, I thought of something. I saw a movie preview, it was for "Harold and Kumar go to Guantanamo Bay". The part I am referring to is when the Indian guy is going through airport security and he was stopped by a black officer.He told the officer "you are a racist"the black man looked back at him and said "I'm black".

To me, that is exactly how most black people think. They think only a white person can be racist. A black person cannot be racist. I see black racism every day! "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 13, 2008 2:21 PM:

" To Just a Reader.... Thank you very much. I think a lot of people agree with my statements because it is logical. I believe most people in the world are logical. Why should "we" tell "them" that "we" are sorry when "we" did absolutly nothing to them. SOME of "our" ancesters did something wrong to SOME of "their" ancesters. Simple as that. I dont tell people I am sorry for something that a guy across the country does, or even a guy across the street. And anyone can see that most blacks are racists. "

Just a reader wrote on Aug 12, 2008 8:53 PM:

" To Forum Reject
I like the way you think, and love what you wrote!! "

Southern Fried Brain wrote on Aug 12, 2008 3:30 PM:

" There was one particular Reverend who claimed that some people made fun of him. After that, a lot of what I wrote, never made it to print. He was able to spew his vitriolic racist venom, but my writings were censored. Maybe he did not understand my vocabulary? Hence it must be "hateful"!
Anyway, this post does not wish to be sued to make someone an instant $$millionaire$$!! So they must curtail the writings of the masses!
By the way, I know I never "attacked" him personally. Just his position on race relations! "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 11, 2008 12:52 PM:

" I WILL put all blacks in one pot. Blacks put me in one pot when it comes to "hating on the white man" because I made their ancestors slaves. Why should I treat them any differently? And I am glad that you do work and make a good life for yourself. Do you think you would be better off (Assuming your ancestors were slaves) if your ancestors were never brought here as slaves and you would be possibly living in Africa? "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 11, 2008 12:40 PM:

" They do have Kings and Queens in Africa, but most of the people there are not Kings and Queens, I would be willing to be that NONE of the slaves were, or they wouldn’t have been sold. I may be wrong about my statistics, I did say probably in my post. BUT I would be very SUPPRISED if the number of blacks that have gone back to Africa is higher than that. 1% of all blacks in the United States is about 180,000. Do you really think 180,000 blacks born in the United States have been to Africa? "

Forum Reject wrote on Aug 11, 2008 12:40 PM:

" I am ranting, I never said I wasn’t, It is not fair that everyone can be racist but white people cannot. And I never said some blacks don’t go back to the motherland, but it is a VERY small percentage as I stated in my post. You need to read. And why would we learn about Africa in U.S. History? That is an oxymoron. I have however taken MANY history classes in college. "

Brother wrote on Aug 11, 2008 11:06 AM:

" How is it that all Negroes are decended from kings and queens? There were a few kings and queens, and a few tribal chiefs, but they are the ones who sold the rest of the Negroes to slavetraders.
Get real! "

Why wrote on Aug 11, 2008 9:43 AM:

" No need to dwell on the past.We all have had hard time's.One point in time in our life.We don't need any animosity.Let's make this world a better place starting with you and I.Why does everyone need to look at color of ones skin? Instead of looking for the good in people.We are all human
Let's stop playing the blame game here. Race will always be an issue.Lets be honest here if we had an all white school,tv show,pageants,colleges.We would be called racists.See what I'm saying race is an issue.Ignorance lacking knowledge or information.Thats alot of people.Lack of knowledge. "

Dear forum reject wrote on Aug 10, 2008 2:58 PM:

" Obviously your statistics came out of your *****. Many blacks travel the world. Many of us work, have careers, raise our kids to be respectful of others, go on to college and so on and so on. How dare you put everyone into one pot. "

To Forum Regect Now your ranting wrote on Aug 10, 2008 2:55 PM:

" If you know anything about Africa and its people back then they come from a line of Kings and Queens there were no ghettos there like here in the U.S. Read about African History, Kunta Kente and others kings and queens. OOOPs you're not taught about that in the U.S. history classes. FOR YOUR INFORMATION Adult AA visit the mother land every year. Such ignorance. "

Carla wrote on Aug 10, 2008 7:03 AM:

" Because they are racist just as some of us are. "

Easy wrote on Aug 10, 2008 6:48 AM:

" Its very simple just like the welfare system. If your not BLACK your the wrong color to ever be RIGHT!! "

John Edwards Girlfriend wrote on Aug 9, 2008 1:47 PM:

" People have had abusive parents, and now the parents are dead, and the "child" who is now in their forties is still walking around hating their parents. The hatred they have for the parents is in no way hurting the parent, but instead it is hurting themselves. There comes a time when we need to grow up and move on. Yeah, yeah, I know, I just don't get it. "

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