The truth about Racism, black and white!

WHY ALL THE HATE?  What is all the hate stemmed from? Why are whites angry and why do they refuse to understand our anger? Will the racism increase If Obama wins, or will racist whites retreat? What will be the emotions of  most blacks if they don’t get their dream fulfilled on November 4? How will that emotion fulfill itself on main street? Read the emotions below and leave your comments. Please state your race, you may remain anonymous, it is interesting to hear from all backgrounds.

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Why are you afraid of black people?

Tell me why people are afraid of black people. It has been becoming increasingly shocking how many black and white individuals don’t realize that there is still a continuation of horrific racism in this country.

It has always been my understanding that when you respect others, then in turn they will respect you. However, it is untrue. There are many people, white to be specific that will not respect a black man or woman no matter what their economic status, no matter what their social status. Practically there is nothing that can be done to change the mind of a racist. A racist has it developed and imbreaded in their minds that we are nothing and will not be able to pass for even third class citizens. This is horrible when you realize how many people a black person has to actually come into contact with on a daily basis. As an African American 34 year old woman, it is my earnest belief, and should be considered factual, We are not mad at whites. We simply get angry when equal justice is not granted to us. Many whites feel that we are angry black men or women. However that is not the case. We truly don’t carry the hate gene. The anger we feel which is totally understandable giving the situation of the black and white relationship has been neglected. The simple notion that blacks should just “shut their mouths and move on” or perhaps “stop playing the race card” or another one, “get over it” those statements only served the purpose of the racist, not the victor.

What a disappointment to see that we have not progressed as much as we’d assumed in the times past. It has been more of a situation of we’ve kept quiet and haven’t made much fuss. Therefore, we weren’t being heard. Which works out wonderful for them. The hate that is carried by many whites is something that we know nothing about. Ironically, why are the racist angrier than we are. It’s just like a woman catching a man cheating, then he turns the tables and becomes angrier than she. I call that “Flipping the script.”

Our anger is real, and it should not be blindsided by the fact that we are “able to get things” in this country. “Things” are temporary. Respect is eternal. The anger and frustration that we feel is explainable.

If it were present in our bodies, it was cause from the racism that has stemmed in this country many years ago.

It is not a black persons responsibility to assume the worst in a white man or woman, it is their responsibility to show us different.

In the root of a black man or womans mind, it is insecurity filled with the fear of rejection of our white hosts. However deep in the heart of a white man or woman that struggles from racism, there seems to be a shallow grave waiting to fill it with the souls of blacks.

What can be done to relieve blacks and what solution can be done to ease the craving of a white racist to destroy all blacks?

The common stereotypes have grown, and with the political debates and the belief that Barack Obama may win the presidency,  is creating a massive growth in the expression of racism. Apparently they had been hiding in the shadows and are now ready to unleash. They are our, teachers, principals, Presidents, congress men and women, police officers, attorneys, doctors, they are our co-workers, they are everywhere. Unfortunately they can hardly be seen.

My all around question to anyone reading this post. Can you tell me why whites hate blacks? Why are they so afraid?

Talk about race issues. Black and White we need to talk.

Alright, here we go again. I feel it is necessary to have another discussion about race that normally I wouldn’t touch. Here it is.

I grew up in a small community that was very closeknit and it had a surburban feel with shacks for houses. Not having much at home was side tracked when I went to predominantly all white(caucasian) schools. I was very successful and had no issues with the other races. I wasn’t even sure that they had any issues with me or not. I didn’t see the world that way. I must admit there were no Latinos that are in my recollection, and if they were they looked more African American(black) . I remember this one girl who had the last name Santiago. She was my complexion, perhaps darker. The only difference was her hair. It was nice. Curly, down her back. Most blacks didn’t have hair like that, and at that time it would have been a Jerry Curl, yes I had one too. You have to admit, we got stuck with some pretty rough stuff for hair. I’m not complaining, it just doesn’t seem fair when you’re in a hurry. Having the hair of a white woman, or Asian, perhaps even Latino,  would be much easier.  I saw very few in my school. To me it was alright to be black. Then as I got older, I started seeing something. Blacks fought amongst themselves. Mainly with the women. I had lighter skinned relatives who thought they were prettier than me. Shame on them, but they did. The men however didn’t have a problem, they seemed fine. Don’t they always?

 At about 16, can’t tell you the circumstances, but I found my first dose of prejudice. My boss told me that I was hired for this particular job because of my race, and my beautiful smile. How wonderful. So , that’s what I have going right? I took pride in that smile and continued. Upon becoming even older, after many years of being in the state of naive, I entered the corporate world. My God, what a nightmare. All of the caucasian people felt the need to attempt to boss me around. They automatically assumed that the positions that I held were because of affirmative action, which I’m not sure I agree with. Because I couldn’t have been smart enough as they were. Shame Shame Shame. I didn’t have a prejudice bone in my body. To tell you the truth, I have been hurt more by my own race than any race could ever do to me. Read my novels, you’ll see.

Anywho, being black is the hardest thing, I’ve ever had to do. Not complaining, God, if you believe, made me this way. So I embrace my hair, my butt, which I didn’t have, until after the kids. Call it black if you like. I have a ghetto booty. One day I was at a certain location that was filled with Latino women, and they began to flaunt their hair in my face, they were tossing it around and staring at me and laughing at me. I thought, do they think that they are more beautiful than I because of their hair? Cause I had them on everything else, just not the hair. Or do I?

 Why is the way I look not enough to push me to the top? Must I wear that perm? Am I beautiful without it? It does seem to work for other races, with the better hair. You know it’s true.  Is it hair that we’re talking about? I think so. Strange, or is it how we came to this country? Well if I’m not mistaken weren’t Asians slaves at one time? Let’s not forget about the Holocaust? We can’t be forgetting the Mexicans in their Zoot suits. They fought their ass off and tried to look as classy as possible. I applaud them. American Indians, we can talk about them all day, lets not mention their troubles. Are we talking about skin color, oh no don’t go there. Have you seen the people from the middle east? They are darker than my husband. You probably have seen his picture. There are Latinos that are darker than my husband. Perhaps it is hair. So why are we fighting and discussing race this day and age? Don’t say it’s because of people like me. That’s just dumb. See there is a system that we are all inclined to believe, and that’s the thought of us all having the American dream which was formed around what principles? Houses, cars, good jobs, good kids. Anything else? Is that what we’re competing for? As far as I can see, we have a lot in common, but for some awkward reason, we just don’t seem to get along. It reminds me of a child who has been the only for a long time, then all of a sudden someone else comes along (a new baby) who will be getting all the attention and taking the love away from them.

 At least they think so. It’s not true. African Americans aren’t owed anything but the respect and dignity that every man should be allowed. We are progressing true enough, but there still seems to be a force that I can’t see. It’s the spirit of division. It’s sad, but it became more evident with the O.J. Simpson case, at least to me it did. Everyone has their own time frame. Why are people angry that he was found not guilty? I’m not jealous of that. I have no desire to lie or elude a crime that I commited. But has he been the only black that has ever been found not guilty of commiting a crime that people believed that he did? Well I don’t know of any more. Blacks have had tax evasion cases, and you know they stick it to us. Wesley Snipes was told “You’re my example”. Our jails are polluted with young blacks, our foster homes are stained by the tears of black children that have been abandoned. Why is this so? No community perhaps? No mom, or dad, or positive reinforcements in the schools that are predominantly black? Maybe not. These for the most part are all excuses. Take it from me, I know. Are blacks lazy and just don’t want to succeed? Are we all just sitting around waiting on someone to take care of us? None of these are true, or are they? Why are Asians (Chinese, Vietnamese, and the like) known for wisdom? Why are Native Americans known for their elements of exploring this earth and the worship of it. What are blacks known for? What are whites known for. How about Latinos?  A person that says, “I don’t want to die”. That’s not about race. “I want to see my family happy”. That’s not racist. “I want my kids to have a good education”. No prejudice there.” I want justice for those that are guilty”, no racism there. It only becomes a matter of race when you see someone else being treated in a fashion that is not fair.

Maybe blacks are spoiled kids that don’t want that new baby coming for their attention. Not!!! This was not our land. We didn’t ask to be here. But should we be grateful. Nope. I’m not thankful for being in a place that God created for me. None of us should. This is not a land that God said, hey you, you live over here and you live there, and you, don’t let them in. This is becoming so childish, yet, I went to a blog filled with all adults and they are arguing over some of the most petty things you can imagine.

Now we can embrace the civilization that is in America, but Africa is becoming more civilized. So are many other countries. We’re not grateful. We can worship the money. I don’t, but a lot of people do. That’s the reason for so much crime. All communities suffer from this. My husband tells me, since he’s from Brooklyn that Latinos are treated the way black people are down south. Wow, I’ve never seen that. The Latinos down here in Florida tend to migrate towards white people. Hey if they think they can get ahead that way….Shame on them. How desperate? You be you. Stop trying to blend in with everyone, and be your own person. Embrace who you are. Maybe all of this racial talk is bad, but sometimes, it’s all you can do to ease your frustrations, is to talk and every now and then, you may find that someone is actually listening.

 In conclusion, I still don’t see why certain races think that they are better. This is the first time in years where a white woman has angered so many people. Especially for a crime that we all should agree is heinous. Surprisingly there are still those that think that me as a black woman, I should keep my mouth shut and mind my own business. Guess what you should crawl back under that rock where you came from. This is my business. If it were any race, I would defend them. Don’t put your negative thoughts into the hearts of other people. That’s not fair. Should I say, some of my best friends are white? LOL no I won’t. My actions speak louder than words in this case. Tell me what you think? I want to hear from you. I welcome all comments.

Ericka Courtney

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Ericka Courtney, Thank you Keith Olbermann, you are the man!!!!!

Keith Olbermann, in a conversation with John Mccain, laid down the law like nobodys business. I mean it was straightforward. It touched me so dearly. It is a breath of fresh air to see a white man, and I have to say it that way, because some whites would like for us to believe that noone supports us or believes in us. Keith, you are a wonderful person for what you did for our country. Not just because you attacked a racial problem pertaining to John Mccain, but you helped attack a racial problem for all to hear. www.msnbc.com Keith Olbermanns asks for John Mccain to suspend his campaign.

Keith Olbermann what America needs

Anyone can say those things in secret, but it is by example that we lead. Evidently, it is  by the example that others see. We need to show our support. That is why it is said in that way, show your support. Meaning, we need to see you. In all the history books, we can see them and their struggles and that brings about a whole new meaning.

 

Keith Olbermann and family, I hope you be blessed continually. Noone does it better. You brought it home, right where it should  be.

Thank you sir. Respectfully yours

Ericka Courtney

Ericka Courtney, on All About Race in America

Hello everyone, this is Ericka and I wanted to let you know that I have been reading you replies. Thank you so much for leaving them. It breaks down barriers when we write to each other. If we can find some type of peace in the midst of this struggle, and yes it is a struggle. Everyone wanting their man to win. It is stressful.

Let me say this, I wish that along with the election process that so much hatred wasn’t being revealed, but I knew that it would happen and that it would be just a matter of time before it all surfaced. We need each other, like nobodys business, I want to tell all of you, black and white, latino, asian, any race, I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT YOU, NOT ONE OF YOU IS TO BE OUT OF MY LIFE, I NEED YOU ALL. I mean that from my heart. Although, racism makes me furious and hate scares me, l can’t deny my need for everyone. My ideal life would be to see a smile on everyones face when I enter a room, and to give everyone a smile as they enter the room.

I want life to change, I want to see a difference. Mainly because I don’t know how much racism I am supposed to take. I don’t know how much racism any race is supposed to take. But I believe that we have all had enough. It has broken my heart to see the hate. Yet even for me to speak on it and expose the truth, makes people call me racist. That hurts. The only thing I want to know is why people hate me. I can’t tell you the last time, I was around a large group diversified  people, because everyone seems so busy with their own lives and problems. But if we don’t make time for each other, then what good are we? Even in church, you go in and hear your sermon, and that’s about all. It seems that most people don’t trust anyone anymore.

We can’t stay this way forever, we have got to reach out to someone at some time. Why not reach out to a different person everyday, even if it’s just a shy smile or saying thank you when they hold the door open. Why not give a woman a compliment, even if you think she’s prettier than you. You’ll feel better. Let someone by on the pedestrian crosswalk, instead of blowing the horn at them and rushing them to cross, while shooting dirty looks at them? Why not just slow down? Buy a man of another race or another woman a cup of coffee. I did the other day, and it was good. Ok I admit, she was buying a Obama coffee from 7eleven, so I was bias, I still paid. Maybe for you, it could be a Mccain cup. We need to talk. This is why the terrorist were able to do what they did. Racism. Remember, a country divided against itself cannot stand. Anything divided against itself is unable to stand. 9/11 brought something to NewYork, that had not been there in years, it bought a sense of community, and everyman was no longer seen for his color, it was for the stand that he took in his community and the community of others. We need to get back there again. That is one of my missions.

I know that we can’t reach everyone, but if you have any heart left, please try to make a change in your own community, and I didn’t say friends, remember, you’ve already won them over, it’s time to win someone else over. It’s time that we show our good side.

Obama may win the election, despite racism…

Despite the many attacks on Barack Obama he can still win this thing. He is not phased by this attack style and that is a good thing.

Stop judging Obama by the company he keeps it’s a double standard.

Sure you will, you will be fair. Sure you will. Another attempt to be bias in America. Something we don’t need. Speak the truth and include all the other candidates from the past. Also be fair and include the dealings with the presidents and their connections. Isn’t that a book title. The presidents and their connections. Yep, I think it is. See if it exists.

Stop judging Obama by the company he keeps a double standard…

We love Obama,

I read a tidbit of a post that states that we should judge Barack Obama  by the company he keeps. Is this true and is it a double standard? I have seen a new trend in this country, that is meaningful, too bad it’s a little too late and little too convenient. If a man is judged by his friends, then none of the Presidents would have made it into the white house. President Bill Clinton had shady characters in his campaign. Take Jesse Jackson, who has a love child. He was a huge supporter for Clinton. John McCain carried the support of John Hagee, one of the most hateful preachers of America we’ve ever seen. He is always in a stuper about something that America has done. Yet John McCain was fine with the financial backing from the white conservative church until, it was no longer convenient. He disassociated himself from the pastor. Not much talk about that though, but Barack was driven through the mud. Many people love John Kennedy, although his relationship with Marilyn Monroe was a highlight in his career. Look at Nixon and the watergate scandal. He was a president. Was he impeached? When Bill Clinton slept with Monica Lewinsky and then perjured himself, yes he did, he remained the president of the US. People love him despite his imperfections.

Listen all I know that this is politics, but when will it stop being a double standard for blacks. If the rule applies to blacks, then it should apply to whites and all other races. God only knows when the first Latino American runs for Presidency. What about the first Muslim? This is getting dirty and dirty politics is what is required in this country. Pouring salt on an old wound is what I call it. No effect whatsoever. Those that are voting for Barack have their reasons, and those voting for MCCain have their reasons.

America really needs more scare tactics and the presidential campaign is just what we need.

America really needs more division and the presidential campaign is just what we need.

America really needs more people that sneer at the blacks in America, and that’s what the presidential election is all about. More scare tactics, more smeared campaigns, more lies. I understand misstatement and miscalculation, even mis pronunciations, but flat out blatant lies, now we have a real problem. I am a fact finder and a fact checker.

More Americans need to do the same, weigh the truth and you decide. Decide 2008

What can we do about Racism?

Is there something that can be done. I am an author and is searching for a reason to believe in the power of love. Will there be a solution to the crisis of racism in this country?

Thoughts ring true, of “Blacks were not brought to this country to be free” swinging in the minds of many. Is this the case that entraps itself in your hearts? Do blacks realize that their original intent was to be enslaved and since the changing of laws that many people were disappointed with the decision? Once you realize your original purpose, then can you understand racism and it’s position?  

Continue reading further to explore your own thoughts and then leave a reply. We must have an open discussion of this topic.

Greed and Envy is how it all started, All about race: Equal division of the races.

You got something I want, and I am going to take it. Isn’t that how blacks were brought to America. Native Americans, teach us how to survive off the land, and we might let your family live. I don’t envy cut throats. I would like the gentleman approach. A scripture says “You have not because you ask not.” Not, “You have not because you take not, or steal not”. Although most people live that way. Don’t you want to shoot looters? They didn’t work for the stuff, but as soon as you have a misfortune, they want to come along and take your things. Nasty, Nasty, Nasty. What do you think about a person who steals from their own purse? Weird right? What about people that in a riot, they destroy their own community? To me, that’s like puking and then deciding it doesn’t look so bad after al,l and then having it for dinner.

These situations all seem hopeless. I don’t waste my time on them. I really have a desire to get to the bottom of us. I really want to know what’s keeping me from having more white friends. Is it Obama? Oh I hope not. Having George Bush, didn’t make me hate white people or any race. Yet, with Obama running, tempers are getting shorter and fuses are blowing faster. Perhaps with this new development, we’ll have a new closet door opening and it won’t be gays and lesbians. It will be racism. Once again rearing it’s ugly head. I wish I could lock that closet forever, but I can’t. Because as long as my daughters feel insecure because of their hair, because of things they’re being told or seeing. As long as my son who has to attended predominantly white schools and hear the n** word, as he was told that “all black people do is stand around and smoke weed”, then I don’ t see much change. He ended up fighting this kid. Sad, where did this kid get his views? It must’ve been some parent or authority figure. They have let him down and he will grow up with the same distorted views of blacks.  I don’t teach my kids how to be racist, I teach them about racism.  There is a difference. I teach them that it exists. I don’t teach them life on a bed of roses. I teach them to watch out for thorns. I hope that many of you can do the same.

Ericka Courtney

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Ericka Courtney

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