In general, any collective statement that makes a sweeping generalization, of any person or group based on their race, is considered "racist."
Fine. So, how is post #3 "racist", then?
I know you people like that word, but it just isn't working like it used to.
Hi Rotagilla:
First of all, can we start with discussing what is a 'group generalization'
and then we can talk about "racial bias" which is ONE TYPE of generalization.
Even for you to respond to me as "YOU PEOPLE" is already pegging and labeling as a
member of some "group" you imagine in your head that I may not even be a part of.
As a matter of fact, I tend to criticize liberal overuse of the race card, as you are complaining about.
But I don't go around making an equally "blanket statement" which is making the same mistake.
When I address a particular liberal, or con or whoever, I hold THAT PERSON responsible
for their own statement. I don't say "YOU PEOPLE" are doing that etc.
So can we start with an agreement NOT to peg "one person" as "representing a whole group or class."
After we agree on that distinction, we can discuss how this "blanket grouping"
applies to racism, sexism, religious stereotypes, political labels, etc. etc. etc.
There are many ways this labeling thing can be applied to individuals and groups.
I probably AGREE with you that people are making as many anti-white racist statements
while complaining about black or other minority stereotypes.
But the way to correct this is NOT to do the same thing.
So with your statement, because you made a group statement about
"African Americans" IN GENERAL, that is what starts people arguing
over what is or what is not a "fair generalization."
So that's what will get your statement picked apart.
Otherwise, I'd probably agree with your sentiment as I criticize
the liberals and Democrats for this trend in dependency on govt
instead of addressing the root cause of poverty and victim mentality.
The correct way to address the problem is one person at a time,
not blaming the wrong people, like me you false assume are part of the victim propaganda
which I oppose as you do as well.
Sorry I gave you the wrong impression, but your response
gives us the opportunity to discuss the projection of bias, so I am grateful we can resolve this.
Yours truly,
Emily