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We're not discussing an absolute rule.
Forgive me, but your contention earlier of "Whether you realize that or not, it's true" says otherwise, Doc.
It is true, but it's not an absolute rule. I don't see how that is contradictory.
Because the pure truth is absolute. And when you say something is the truth, but not absolute, that constitutes a contradiction.
Rules, like truth, are absolute.
The concept of white privilege is based on the rule that because of their skin color white people enjoy more success and ease of living than their black counterparts. That is what one calls "dealing in absolutes."
No, nothing in the world is "absolute", aside from simple math and formal logic.
It is possible that one day I may become a multi-millionaire. It is also possible that Chrissy Walton's grandchildren will become multi-millionaires.
The fact that it is possible that I might end up that rich does not mean that I am on an "even playing field" with the Walton family - and conversely, the playing field being uneven does not mean that it's impossible for me to be a multi-millionaire.
Nothing in this world is absolute? Really? That's news to me, Doc.
You think it is a reality that blacks are afforded less privileges in life because of their skin color. When one asserts a reality, they are insisting on its absolutism. Thusly, "it is a reality that blacks are afforded less privileges and ease of living because of their skin color" is contention that such a circumstance is absolute.
So, what is meant by "it is easier to be white than it is to be black," unless it is meant to stress an absolute?
Arguing that white privilege doesn't exist because not every white person has a job is like saying that smoking cigarettes is perfectly safe because not everyone who smokes them gets cancer
Ugh... critical race theory...
How purely and utterly tiresome.
Hilarious. So when was the last time you were pulled over for driving while black?Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
Well you know Condi said racism was America's birth defect, but what would she know?To equate skin color with any amount of privilege is racist. And ridiculous.
the doche bag is definitely inDoes such thing as white privilege exist?
It seems like it doesn't. There are a lot of non-white people and feminists talking about 'white privilege' but is it even a real thing? Surely, one day America used to be a country populated almost exclusively by white people but these are the days of the past. Now non-caucasian people have a lot of bonuses and quotas while whites have nothing in return. Apart from that only white people get constantly bashing for their racism only because they have a different skin color. What's wrong with it? When will we be finally free from true racism?
No. In short, its racism. Accusing a white person of "white privilege" is like calling a black person a ni***r to their face. Racism. Combating racism with racism, works every time. Not.
"White privilege" is not an accusation. It's not an insult, or an attack of any sort.
It's just a simple fact - it's easier to be white in America than it is to be black.
Hilarious. So when was the last time you were pulled over for driving while black?Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
It's just a simple fact - it's easier to be white in America than it is to be black.
No, its not. I don't know where you get such a notion. The fires of hell are just as hot for you as it would be for me. Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
The simple fact is that everyone has the same opportunities in America. The same avenues of pursuit.
To equate skin color with any amount of privilege is racist. And ridiculous.
You being white has made it a lot more likely that you'll get a job and a lot more likely that you won't be hassled by the police. Whether you realize that or not, it's true.
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It's just a simple fact - it's easier to be white in America than it is to be black.
No, its not. I don't know where you get such a notion. The fires of hell are just as hot for you as it would be for me. Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
The simple fact is that everyone has the same opportunities in America. The same avenues of pursuit.
To equate skin color with any amount of privilege is racist. And ridiculous.
You being white has made it a lot more likely that you'll get a job and a lot more likely that you won't be hassled by the police. Whether you realize that or not, it's true.
Douche bag is in,
whites commit less crime and do better in school, fact
Don't you realize how whiny and pathetic it sounds every time you guys complain about me being a moderator?
To pretend you have a fucking clue to know what it's like to be persecuted is what is ridiculous.You being white has made it a lot more likely that you'll get a job and a lot more likely that you won't be hassled by the police.
Sorry. I have no job, and my simple obedience to the law has ensured that I will not encounter law enforcement for reasons of breaking the law. That's not white privilege, that's common sense.
Whether you realize that or not, it's true.
It's not true. Look at the president. By rights of your logic, he should be suffering the same fate as other members of his race. Eh, not so much. His two daughters Sasha and Malia are living contradictions of such a claim. They will be the benefactors of his father's fame, influence and wealth for the rest of their lives. So, how does being black make it harder on them? It doesn't.
It's like saying the white car goes faster than the black car because the white car was built with more care than the black one, when in reality both cars are capable of going the same speed, and were built with the same parts and the same care.
This whole idea of "white privilege" is farcical at best.
You're not understanding. We're not discussing an absolute rule.
Being white does not guarantee you a job, nor does being black guarantee that you won't get one.
To claim the playing field is even is utterly ridiculous.
Notice who thanked him for that post? Another dumb ass modp
It's just a simple fact - it's easier to be white in America than it is to be black.
No, its not. I don't know where you get such a notion. The fires of hell are just as hot for you as it would be for me. Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
The simple fact is that everyone has the same opportunities in America. The same avenues of pursuit.
To equate skin color with any amount of privilege is racist. And ridiculous.
You being white has made it a lot more likely that you'll get a job and a lot more likely that you won't be hassled by the police. Whether you realize that or not, it's true.
Douche bag is in,
whites commit less crime and do better in school, fact
Don't you realize how whiny and pathetic it sounds every time you guys complain about me being a moderator?
Douche bag, you need a possessive pronoun to make your sentence correct.
Perhaps only whitey "gets it".
Hilarious. So when was the last time you were pulled over for driving while black?Being white for me has afforded me no extra privileges or ease of living.
Well you know Condi said racism was America's birth defect, but what would she know?
whites commit less crime and do better in school, fact
Radars pull people over for driving while black? And you say there's no white privilege?those radar detectors have settings for race
didn't you know that?
No it doesn't beg the question. 'Beg the question' means assume the conclusion of an argument.Well you know, Condi Rice is a conservative Republican black woman. So that begs the question:
What business did a black woman have serving as Secretary of State under a white president? White priv...wait, nevermind.
So when was the last time you were stopped for running or walking while black? Or do you think that doesn't happen?I don't drive, so that question has no relevance for me. Go ask another white man. But I don't think their radar guns are set to filter for race.
