Race Relations Still Need Improvement
Places where race relations still need improvement.
1. Hollywood. Hollywood? Yes. When was the last time you saw a native american in a role other than the stereotypical indian role? Have any latin actors ever received an oscar? Have any native americans ever recieved an oscar?
2. Police. No matter what anyone says, there is definately more racism Among police than amoung the average citizen. Take a look at all the films of beat downs. Among most white people there is such apathy about this. The attitude seems to be "The police are our friends." "Well, they must have had a reason to beat that guy." etc. Some would say,"Well, there are good and bad people in every organization." This is true. However, the lack of outrage/punishment for bad officers is also astounding. They usually get paid leave (oh wow a free paid vacation, thats punishment...) defended by their department, and if there are charges, they usually get found not guilty.
3. A personal level. This can be manifest in a very obvious manner, such as the KKK. Or it can be closet racism. Sure on the outside some people can get along with anyone and smile. But my goodness, they would never let their kid date/marry someone of another race! This occurs in all races.
4. Racism prevails because it is taught to children. In 200 years everyone alive now will be dead. But there will probably still be racism, because some people decide to teach it to their children, or to others. Therefore the way to eliminate it, (or make it less prevalent) is to educated people. This is not as difficult as it may at first appear. Shows such as Sesamee Street are very educational, showing kids that they can all get along. However, education in the home is the best form of education. Most people's view of others are set by their parents, grandparents or whomever raises them. To be a good example is one of the greatest forms of societal education.
5. The answer is justice (equal for all) love, education and non violent protest. Take a look at the results of the actions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Ghandi. I submit to you that equality is a continuing struggle that every generation should take up.
There could have been many more points put forth here, but I didn't want this post to become too long. I'm looking for opinions on these points thanks. :)
1. Hollywood. Hollywood? Yes. When was the last time you saw a native american in a role other than the stereotypical indian role? Have any latin actors ever received an oscar? Have any native americans ever recieved an oscar?
2. Police. No matter what anyone says, there is definately more racism Among police than amoung the average citizen. Take a look at all the films of beat downs. Among most white people there is such apathy about this. The attitude seems to be "The police are our friends." "Well, they must have had a reason to beat that guy." etc. Some would say,"Well, there are good and bad people in every organization." This is true. However, the lack of outrage/punishment for bad officers is also astounding. They usually get paid leave (oh wow a free paid vacation, thats punishment...) defended by their department, and if there are charges, they usually get found not guilty.
3. A personal level. This can be manifest in a very obvious manner, such as the KKK. Or it can be closet racism. Sure on the outside some people can get along with anyone and smile. But my goodness, they would never let their kid date/marry someone of another race! This occurs in all races.
4. Racism prevails because it is taught to children. In 200 years everyone alive now will be dead. But there will probably still be racism, because some people decide to teach it to their children, or to others. Therefore the way to eliminate it, (or make it less prevalent) is to educated people. This is not as difficult as it may at first appear. Shows such as Sesamee Street are very educational, showing kids that they can all get along. However, education in the home is the best form of education. Most people's view of others are set by their parents, grandparents or whomever raises them. To be a good example is one of the greatest forms of societal education.
5. The answer is justice (equal for all) love, education and non violent protest. Take a look at the results of the actions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Ghandi. I submit to you that equality is a continuing struggle that every generation should take up.
There could have been many more points put forth here, but I didn't want this post to become too long. I'm looking for opinions on these points thanks. :)
posted by Tom at 8:03 PM
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