Why Are All Black People...?

[fbj]

It is not up to one person to change the direction we are heading, when the steering wheel weighs 30 tons.

Great metaphor. You and your friends are our hope. Keep up the good work.

You old retarded bitch. lol

Fuck you mean keep up the work like you are flawless

 

[fbj]

1.) They are loud in public.
6.) Something like 70% all violent crime by young black males. worse if u add in "other" and morph over to mexicans/SA.

Sorry sister, data driven above.

I am on record stating Mil/Dal police chiefs are great. Smart, yes. What we git now instead? Evil, dishonest, racist, america hater.

Poor ghetto blacks are loud in public. Got it Mongo?

 

[fbj]

This thread has a duality mission..

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

 

[Moonglow]

This thread has a duality mission..

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

 

[fbj]

This thread has a duality mission..

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

And I'm black hate watermelon lol

 

[Moonglow]

This thread has a duality mission..

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

And I'm black hate watermelon lol

Well it's no crime....I never like pickled pigs feet...

 

[fbj]

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

And I'm black hate watermelon lol

Well it's no crime....I never like pickled pigs feet...

Maybe if someone can direct me to a place that has seedless watermelon I may buy one


It's too much fucking work taking all those black seeds out

 

[Moonglow]

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

And I'm black hate watermelon lol

Well it's no crime....I never like pickled pigs feet...

Maybe if someone can direct me to a place that has seedless watermelon I may buy one


It's too much fucking work taking all those black seeds out

Mostly all melons are seedless around here, evidently they don't want people replanting seeds from seed spitting contest..

 

[jwoodie]

The best way to change stereotypes is to change them. For example, in the 1950s Japanese-American neighborhoods were considered poor and undesirable. However, the residents took such good care of their homes and families that their neighborhoods became desirable places to live.

Take the hint.

 

[fbj]

The best way to change stereotypes is to change them. For example, in the 1950s Japanese-American neighborhoods were considered poor and undesirable. However, the residents took such good care of their homes and families that their neighborhoods became desirable places to live.

Take the hint.

Here is the thing, I don't live to please retarded white people. So Your comment is retarded

 

[Asclepias]

First off, I'd like to thank anyone who actually decides to read all of this. I think this gives a bit of enlightenment on America's current situation from someone with color. I have not been directly affected by the events taking place across the nation, but the negativity going around has definitely has taken a toll. Here's what it is like to be me as a black person, and my general opinion on the things going on currently.

You don't know how many people have stereotypes about my personality before they even meet me just because I'm black. I'd like to disprove a few stereotypes that I've been exposed to over the years:

1) "All black people are loud and obnoxious." I am actually very bashful and soft-spoken. I find it difficult to start conversations with other people because I'm so socially awkward sometimes. A teacher has never reprimanded me for being too loud. In fact, teachers have occasionally scolded me for being too quiet during oral presentations and group projects. A lot of people come up to me and expect me to have a ton of things to say, but they are disappointed when I hardly say anything at all.

2) "All black people are stupid." Actually I have straight A's, all honors and AP classes, and I am in the top 2% of my class. I'd like to think I am intelligent *wink wink*.

3) "All black people wear weave/ have short hair." My hair, when straightened, goes down to the middle of my back. Many people ask if they can feel my hair (so they can check for tracks). I used get annoyed by it, but it doesn't bother me so much anymore. People also assume that I am mixed because of it, which as far as I know, I am mostly black. I know some of my great grandparents were Arab, Dutch, and Native American though.

4) "Black people are easily offended." I can't speak for everyone, but I like dark humor and I don't really mind comedy sketches regarding black culture. Unless someone is directly attacking me, I don't see a reason to cause a riot over what was supposed to be a joke.

5) "Black people all listen to rap and hip hop." This one actually pisses me off. My own father (yes I have a both of my biological parents, what a surprise) even criticizes me because I don't really listen to rap. I prefer indie and alternative rock, new retrowave music, and even a bit of metal if I'm in the right mood. Music is not classified by race, and everyone can have a preference without "trying to be someone they're not". I will admit that growing up in mostly white schools could have influenced me, but so did my sister and she likes rap just fine. It's all bullshit to me, and that's why I think these stereotypes exist. It is just like a white girl being harassed because she only listens to rap, and everyone thinking she's trying to be black.

6) "Black people are a threat to society. They are criminals." Just because a small percentage of black people decide to become criminals, does not mean all are. Do you want to know who the real criminals are? People that commit crimes. I know statistics say this or that, but keep in mind, the prison population only represents a small portion of this nation, and environmental factors heavily influence these numbers, which makes a difference in such a small data sample.

This is just me speaking from the perspective of an African American 15 year old girl. I don't see color, and my friends come in all shades. Many people say I'm an "Oreo", or that I'm trying to neglect who I am as a black person. To me, I see it as my personality, and I never once thought of these characteristics as non-black specific. It sickens me that even my own father can't learn to accept that not all black people have to act the same way to be considered truly black.

As for my opinions about the "race war" currently going on here, it is not up to one person to change the direction we are heading, when the steering wheel weighs 30 tons. While I agree that a person with power, or a leader of some sort would be helpful, that is not going to fully change things. People with hatred are always going to have the loudest voice until we stand united, unable to be penetrated. That's why it takes everyone's help.

My advice is to try to have an equal amount of friends in every race, even if it means going out of your comfort zone. You may be surprised by the things you may learn. I've learned a lot from my white friends, and even if we disagree, it always makes a fun and healthy debate. You can't say you know something about a group of people by judging from a mile away, or just because you met one or two out of millions. Nor can you try to help a group of people if you don't even have a friend from that group to help. This can be said about any race. I also suggest that you look up the official procedure for getting pulled over by the police and when it is appropriate for a police officer to use a weapon in your state/county. If you ever get pulled over, have that in mind.

Finally, and most importantly, ignore those that only speak in the form of hatred. There is no reason to be hateful towards someone you don't even know, and those types of people are making a choice: to remain ignorant. They don't want to learn, and are only trying to further their agenda by attempting to cause a scene. People who want to learn/inform are respectful and polite about their opinions. Know the difference. Also, proving someone wrong with insults or by blaming another race is unnecessary, doesn't resolve anything, and makes you look just as bad. It will be an endless cycle. Get your voice everywhere. Don't just post on one place, post on every social media platform, forum, and comments section. Thank you and I hope this helped.

From some of your comments it doesnt seem like you have been educated on history and how it ties into the present. I look at my girls (one of which is 15) and I am very happy that they have friends from all races but they understand that Black people are fundamentally different from whites. I feel that when Black parents place Black children in a all white school they are begging to become frustrated with their child. The chances of their children becoming an "Oreo" or "white washed" is extremely high. It doesnt happen all the time and some Black people ignorantly make a false assumption simply because you may not talk in a "Black" vernacular. That happened with my wife who was raised in a predominately wealthy white neighborhood.

Lets be real here. If you are a teenager your most influential group is now your peers. If most of your peers are white then you are going to conform to their beliefs and philosophies. You may grow out of it later and over correct or you may start to see the difference gradually and adjust gradually. Right now your world is filled with images of what whites believe is right and you have very little to counter act that.

 

[Asclepias]

It is not up to one person to change the direction we are heading, when the steering wheel weighs 30 tons.

Great metaphor. You and your friends are our hope. Keep up the good work.

You old retarded bitch. lol

Fuck you mean keep up the work like you are flawless

There is a 15 year old Black girl on the thread. Have some respect.

 

[Asclepias]

This thread has a duality mission..

Yes. I'm looking to reduce stereotypes for people of all different backgrounds, especially negative ones. Even though the ones saying that all black people like fried chicken is slightly annoying, I don't really see it as a bad thing tbh lol. My intentions were really not just to clear the name about my own race, but to also motivate people to do the same about their own. I was also hoping to encourage people to go out of their comfort zone and interact with people with differing cultures.

When I first heard that eating certain foods made you an ethnicity, I wondered why no one told me I was black, when clearly I wasn't...

You like fried chicken MongoGlow?

Oh hell yes, and watermelon..all the country folks I grew up around did also, and city people..There is no shortage of fried chicken joints in the US and there are more chickens in the USA than humans...

And I'm black hate watermelon lol

You are the first Black person I have ever heard admit they hated watermelon.

 

[Asclepias]

Huh. These stereotypes are news to me. Is it because I'm just an ordinary white person, like most white people?

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

 

[Godboy]

First off, I'd like to thank anyone who actually decides to read all of this. I think this gives a bit of enlightenment on America's current situation from someone with color. I have not been directly affected by the events taking place across the nation, but the negativity going around has definitely has taken a toll. Here's what it is like to be me as a black person, and my general opinion on the things going on currently.

You don't know how many people have stereotypes about my personality before they even meet me just because I'm black. I'd like to disprove a few stereotypes that I've been exposed to over the years:

1) "All black people are loud and obnoxious." I am actually very bashful and soft-spoken. I find it difficult to start conversations with other people because I'm so socially awkward sometimes. A teacher has never reprimanded me for being too loud. In fact, teachers have occasionally scolded me for being too quiet during oral presentations and group projects. A lot of people come up to me and expect me to have a ton of things to say, but they are disappointed when I hardly say anything at all.

2) "All black people are stupid." Actually I have straight A's, all honors and AP classes, and I am in the top 2% of my class. I'd like to think I am intelligent *wink wink*.

3) "All black people wear weave/ have short hair." My hair, when straightened, goes down to the middle of my back. Many people ask if they can feel my hair (so they can check for tracks). I used get annoyed by it, but it doesn't bother me so much anymore. People also assume that I am mixed because of it, which as far as I know, I am mostly black. I know some of my great grandparents were Arab, Dutch, and Native American though.

4) "Black people are easily offended." I can't speak for everyone, but I like dark humor and I don't really mind comedy sketches regarding black culture. Unless someone is directly attacking me, I don't see a reason to cause a riot over what was supposed to be a joke.

5) "Black people all listen to rap and hip hop." This one actually pisses me off. My own father (yes I have a both of my biological parents, what a surprise) even criticizes me because I don't really listen to rap. I prefer indie and alternative rock, new retrowave music, and even a bit of metal if I'm in the right mood. Music is not classified by race, and everyone can have a preference without "trying to be someone they're not". I will admit that growing up in mostly white schools could have influenced me, but so did my sister and she likes rap just fine. It's all bullshit to me, and that's why I think these stereotypes exist. It is just like a white girl being harassed because she only listens to rap, and everyone thinking she's trying to be black.

6) "Black people are a threat to society. They are criminals." Just because a small percentage of black people decide to become criminals, does not mean all are. Do you want to know who the real criminals are? People that commit crimes. I know statistics say this or that, but keep in mind, the prison population only represents a small portion of this nation, and environmental factors heavily influence these numbers, which makes a difference in such a small data sample.

This is just me speaking from the perspective of an African American 15 year old girl. I don't see color, and my friends come in all shades. Many people say I'm an "Oreo", or that I'm trying to neglect who I am as a black person. To me, I see it as my personality, and I never once thought of these characteristics as non-black specific. It sickens me that even my own father can't learn to accept that not all black people have to act the same way to be considered truly black.

As for my opinions about the "race war" currently going on here, it is not up to one person to change the direction we are heading, when the steering wheel weighs 30 tons. While I agree that a person with power, or a leader of some sort would be helpful, that is not going to fully change things. People with hatred are always going to have the loudest voice until we stand united, unable to be penetrated. That's why it takes everyone's help.

My advice is to try to have an equal amount of friends in every race, even if it means going out of your comfort zone. You may be surprised by the things you may learn. I've learned a lot from my white friends, and even if we disagree, it always makes a fun and healthy debate. You can't say you know something about a group of people by judging from a mile away, or just because you met one or two out of millions. Nor can you try to help a group of people if you don't even have a friend from that group to help. This can be said about any race. I also suggest that you look up the official procedure for getting pulled over by the police and when it is appropriate for a police officer to use a weapon in your state/county. If you ever get pulled over, have that in mind.

Finally, and most importantly, ignore those that only speak in the form of hatred. There is no reason to be hateful towards someone you don't even know, and those types of people are making a choice: to remain ignorant. They don't want to learn, and are only trying to further their agenda by attempting to cause a scene. People who want to learn/inform are respectful and polite about their opinions. Know the difference. Also, proving someone wrong with insults or by blaming another race is unnecessary, doesn't resolve anything, and makes you look just as bad. It will be an endless cycle. Get your voice everywhere. Don't just post on one place, post on every social media platform, forum, and comments section. Thank you and I hope this helped.

From some of your comments it doesnt seem like you have been educated on history and how it ties into the present. I look at my girls (one of which is 15) and I am very happy that they have friends from all races but they understand that Black people are fundamentally different from whites. I feel that when Black parents place Black children in a all white school they are begging to become frustrated with their child. The chances of their children becoming an "Oreo" or "white washed" is extremely high. It doesnt happen all the time and some Black people ignorantly make a false assumption simply because you may not talk in a "Black" vernacular. That happened with my wife who was raised in a predominately wealthy white neighborhood.

Lets be real here. If you are a teenager your most influential group is now your peers. If most of your peers are white then you are going to conform to their beliefs and philosophies. You may grow out of it later and over correct or you may start to see the difference gradually and adjust gradually. Right now your world is filled with images of what whites believe is right and you have very little to counter act that.

Every word out of your mouth is a lie. Quit pretending to be someone you arent. You are a racist piece of garbage who spews hate here every day. You run around calling white people derogatory terms every other post, and now youre trying to give advice to a 15 year old? How dare you! You are racist filth, and thats all you will ever be.

mikaylaisbored - Please dont listen to a word he says. Hes an epic asshole.

 

[Compost]

Huh. These stereotypes are news to me. Is it because I'm just an ordinary white person, like most white people?

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

People instinctively gather with people who whom they have something in common, sure. That is hardly in the same category as the instinct not to pet a sabor tooth tiger.

 

[Asclepias]

Huh. These stereotypes are news to me. Is it because I'm just an ordinary white person, like most white people?

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

People instinctively gather with people who whom they have something in common, sure. That is hardly in the same category as the instinct not to pet a sabor tooth tiger.

What people have in common is subject to interpretation and importance. All people are people so there should be no racism but there is. Its not instinct to not pet a saber toothed tiger. What is instinctive is the learned behavior which is the cause of racism.

 

[Godboy]

Huh. These stereotypes are news to me. Is it because I'm just an ordinary white person, like most white people?

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

People instinctively gather with people who whom they have something in common, sure. That is hardly in the same category as the instinct not to pet a sabor tooth tiger.

What people have in common is subject to interpretation and importance. All people are people so there should be no racism but there is. Its not instinct to not pet a saber toothed tiger. What is instinctive is the learned behavior which is the cause of racism.

So what youre saying is you cant explain why you say hate filled things about white people here every day? The world will be a better place when racists like you are gone.

 

[Compost]

Huh. These stereotypes are news to me. Is it because I'm just an ordinary white person, like most white people?

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

People instinctively gather with people who whom they have something in common, sure. That is hardly in the same category as the instinct not to pet a sabor tooth tiger.

What people have in common is subject to interpretation and importance. All people are people so there should be no racism but there is. Its not instinct to not pet a saber toothed tiger. What is instinctive is the learned behavior which is the cause of racism.

First you equated the instinct to stereotype to the instinct to avoid a tiger. Now you equate instinct to learned behavior. Make up your mind.

 

[Asclepias]

I like your sense of humor haha. Yes, of course. Who else could I possibly be directing this towards? It's not like there are several other races that exist or anything like that whatsoever.

I'm glad you see the humor. I'm trying to keep this light because so often these conversations turn angry. My point is you are assuming non black people look at you with preconceived stereo types. In saying that, you yourself are stereo typing non black people. We all have to approach each other without assumptions. It seems to me that after we are done discussing all our issues about how we've been treated, we'd best go about the business of simply treating each other Golden Rule style. A place to begin might be for all of us to identify ourselves as Americans or humans or people rather than by what color our skin happens to be.

The instinct to stereotype is just that...an instinct. Without it your ancestors would not have survived because they would have been killed by a saber toothed tiger you couldnt tell was a danger to you.

People instinctively gather with people who whom they have something in common, sure. That is hardly in the same category as the instinct not to pet a sabor tooth tiger.

What people have in common is subject to interpretation and importance. All people are people so there should be no racism but there is. Its not instinct to not pet a saber toothed tiger. What is instinctive is the learned behavior which is the cause of racism.

First you equated the instinct to stereotype to the instinct to avoid a tiger. Now you equate instinct to learned behavior. Make up your mind.

You obviously confused yourself. I said stereotyping was an instinct. I never said there was an instinct to avoid a tiger. The stereotyping of the tiger is the instinctive response based on what you learn about the tiger. If you grew up with tigers you wouldnt have a bad stereotype about them and avoid them. You would have a good stereotype. Either way its the stereotyping thats instinctive.