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Originally Posted by Scotsman
Well, coming from the kind of background I do this is reasonable. I'm pretty transparent on the subject of race, but with the things I see on the news and on shows like 20/20-Primtime, etc. I can't help but think I'm living in some kind of box of utopia where everyone identifies you by your name. There are countless examples of racism involving various ethnic/racial groups all over the world, fact still stands that race is a concept only 500 years young that was meant to serve the interests of a specific group of people but has instead damaged society almost into what seems the point of oblivion, at all levels in all aspects. So today being the day that signifies the death of a man who truly tried to do something positive for the betterment of everyone I bring this issue to light.
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Scotsman, this is a very sensitive subject, one I typical stay away from, but in light of the Death of Dr. King. I'll share my opinion.
I believe we have made progress, and I believe we should continue to strive for more. But do I believe racism will be whipped from the face of the earth or our great country? No!
Why you may ask, we'll I believe people are inherently afraid of those who don't believe what they believe, look like they look like, or act like they act.
I know this is a vague statement, but if you think about it! Humans have been battling each other since the beginning of recorded history. And these wars have been fought for more reasons they I can list, but the majority of wars have been fought over (1) Religion (2) Race (3) Land and or Money.
Because of these facts and the media drumming it into our consensus minds, resentment will always be fostered and reaffirmed into our multi cultured country.
I feel if we (everyone) could "Agree to disagree" - "Live and let Live" and stay out of others business...Only then may we someday bridge that gap.
But this is just my opinion...PLEASE don't take any offense...thanks..Noodles