I am still proud to be an American and I am very blessed to live in the greatest country on earth.  Where else would I be afforded the opportunity to become a successful, independent person based on my hard work and responsible action?    I see that there is a new demographic of people who have never been in a position to be affected by policy change and are utterly outraged.  One of the most important lessons I've learned in my life is to accept the things I cannot change!!!  I may not agree with it, I may even hate it but I must accept it for my own peace of mind and happiness.   I find it fascinating that people have been so unaware and apathetic about the widespread racism and discrimination in this country that has been such a cancer for hundreds of years. I believe it is a natural instinct to ignore and deny something until it affects you personally.  In the 70's my African American family moved to a community where we were one of the first black families there so I was introduced to racism at an early age.  Being hated because of the color of my skin and not the content of my character has made me a strong woman and not a victim. I strive to defy stereotypes and preconceived notions about my race because my parents modeled that for me.   Unfortunately, I don't believe we can eradicate racism completely because it is a fear based thing that is deeply ingrained in human nature. Again that is IMHO. I cannot begin to comprehend how scary and frustrating it must be to be denied entry to a country and kicked out when you have followed all of the necessary steps to do so legally.  I have no frame of reference for that.  

The hobby isn't legal in the US, so I don't get why you seem to think that you are afforded that opportunity to do that. It is not a "responsible action" as it does break laws. You don't pay taxes responsibly either and that has nothing to do with what is going on in our country.

First, regarding the Muslim Ban, this is an action aimed at a minority for very questionable reasons. Religious discrimination is certainly not uncommon. There are lots of people who won't associate with Catholics, won't be happy if Jews move on on their block, are suspicious of people of this that or another belief. Call it human frailty or ignorance or whatever. And yes, instead of confronting the guy who hates you because of your religion or lack of it, maybe it's better to just go about your business. But when a government public servant attempts to speak on behalf of the country which I call my own, and voices a hatred towards any group outside the majority, I will probably express the assertion of my own acceptance of that group and probably in a variety of ways and forum including taking to the streets.

On the issue of human relations, US of A showed first signs of civilization in the sixties. We still remain relatively backward compared with many countries in Western Europe.

I've learned that I can wear my "Grateful" sweatshirt, and protest injustices, at the very same time!

all the lib whining is now just background noise

No where did you say what others should do, as dumbass Taffy claimed. But him misquoting people here is nothing new.

First of all aren't you participating on a f*** board?  Do you just post here under an alias or do you visit providers?  Lecturing me about illegal activity on a f*** board, hypocritical much?  Did you see my tax return?  How do you know how much I paid and reported?  You presume to know me. How do you know if I've had rights taken away or not?  I am afforded the opportunity to be a prosperous individuals in spite of my race or gender and  I have been able to do so in the past legally.  And when I say responsible action I mean for the most part.  I am quite aware that the hobby is illegal but thank you for reminding me.  Protest for me personally is not a good use of my time and my time only!  I would never wave off racism and discrimination or put others down for voicing their disdain of it.  You have no idea how racism and discrimination affected me as a child. I used to literally lose sleep and be physically affected by it but I made a choice to learn and grow personally because of my experience.  

Yes mattradd you absolutely can!  Once again I"ll use I statements and say that I, personally choose not to participate in protest.

Thank you!  I used I statements didn't I!!  

You see it's not about over coming challenges but changing them!
This is why people protest and it's calling out a person or problem.

So a person can keep their head in the sand or speak up.
Also no one wins looking the other way and money will not protect you either.
You have the right to your own opinion but being correct is another story.

the victim no more.  you go girl.  no one can truly victimize us without allowing it.  keep making money and being prosperous.  Those marching are stuck in victim mode.

Did I say that?  Did I use such strong words?  No, and we also don't live under an authoritarian or totalitarian regime and are not completely and utterly oppressed by our government.  Protest all you want I, I, I and IIIIIIIIIIIII choose not to!!

Sure sounds like victimhood to me!

"So weird to grasp being okay with the government stealing 35% of your salary and think that's fair.  Whatever."

Being correct?  What does that have to do with me making a personal decision about dealing with racism and discrimination as it pertains to me, a 41 year old black woman on  February 1st, 2017?  Could you please elaborate on what you mean by "being correct"

Well being stuck on stupid is what really works for Trump and his cult.  
So no one plays the victim more than Liar-In-Chief and his supporters.

First, I liked your post, well said.  

Victimhood is saying person X did something to you, therefore that stops you from doing Y.

Delaney you are a 41 year old black woman and don't understand that part?
You made your decision and that's fine.
Just remember other people don't have to agree with your way of dealing with it either.
This is why we live in America and can disagree with each other.
I won't let any scumbag on here or in life stop me.
We can at least agree on one of your points.

This is real progress for you.
You can say American first all you want Quad.
The Truth is you are being played by Trump!

Posted By: quadseasonal

First, I liked your post, well said.  
   
   I have no doubt, you'll hear weak voices, not in your presence, fail with their prejudicial contempt, attempting  to discount your opinion and your successes, because you are a Hooker.  
   I have a distinct suspicion you easily ignore those unmanly male fools.  
   
     In my past I was often mocked and belittled by insecure men because of my jobs working as a Dishwasher, Fast Food Specialist and Janitor.  
   The only influence weakling pompous fools  had on me, they gave me more resolve to do my job better than anyone.  
  At the time I had no idea my work ethic year after year, would lead me to working for the "America First" team, with  monetary rewards galore.    
     
   Your statement "One of the most important lessons I've learned in my life is to accept the things I cannot change" is almost identical  to one of my most important lessons in my life, I try to live by.  
     
    Fortunately I learned the easy way, by watching older guys in my youth fail miserably.  
   
    I don't  worry about anything I have absolutely no control over.  
   That's worked out very well for me in many aspects of my life especially in the  romance department.  
    I might not be as happy as I was yesterday if she leaves me tomorrow but I'll sleep easy with my belief, the choice to stay or go is entirely hers to make.  
     
   
 There will always be people who hold preconceived notions about others, regardless of race.  
     
 Pure bred White teens and young White College Gals in the Sorority can be the most vindictive and fountains of contemptuous hate against their own kind, as any racist spewing the ignorant  belief, their Color is supreme.  
     
   You are correct in your estimation that taking to the streets to protest something you CAN NOT change is wasted energy.  
   When 2 % of College Boys and Gals protest against the new Dean's curriculum, the Scholar with a Plan to help ALL  students enrolled, the Dean's mind won't change, regardless how much  Snowflake students  whine and cry.  
   
   Off the subject but your post  made me think about the Congressmen who didn't show up for President Trump's Inauguration.  
   In my not so humble opinion those missing Government officials look to me like they don't support Democracy and a civilized change of power.  
   I've never had much respect for Hillary Clinton but I have to give her credit, she proved to me she's much more Patriotic and stronger than the no shows.  
     
      Thank you for your time, Delaney.  
        "America First"  
     
   

Posted By: Delaneygfe

I am still proud to be an American and I am very blessed to live in the greatest country on earth.  Where else would I be afforded the opportunity to become a successful, independent person based on my hard work and responsible action?    I see that there is a new demographic of people who have never been in a position to be affected by policy change and are utterly outraged.  One of the most important lessons I've learned in my life is to accept the things I cannot change!!!  I may not agree with it, I may even hate it but I must accept it for my own peace of mind and happiness.   I find it fascinating that people have been so unaware and apathetic about the widespread racism and discrimination in this country that has been such a cancer for hundreds of years. I believe it is a natural instinct to ignore and deny something until it affects you personally.  In the 70's my African American family moved to a community where we were one of the first black families there so I was introduced to racism at an early age.  Being hated because of the color of my skin and not the content of my character has made me a strong woman and not a victim. I strive to defy stereotypes and preconceived notions about my race because my parents modeled that for me.   Unfortunately, I don't believe we can eradicate racism completely because it is a fear based thing that is deeply ingrained in human nature. Again that is IMHO. I cannot begin to comprehend how scary and frustrating it must be to be denied entry to a country and kicked out when you have followed all of the necessary steps to do so legally.  I have no frame of reference for that.    
     
  I could take to the streets and join the other angry people who are frightened by the current state of affairs and potential historical changes that are looming over us but I believe that energy would be put to better use by working and paying my taxes!  Just sayin!!!

He means that as a 41 year old black woman, if you don't fall in line with BLM, Hillary Clinton and their ilk, you are a "sell out"  Just like I am a "sell out" for forsaking my liberal roots that came with being born non white AND growing up in the SF Bay Area in 60's 70's, and then having the gall to become a productive, taxpaying member of the community instead of claiming "victim status" for myself and spending the next several decades whining about how tough I have it.

Why not?

Nice try Jack, but you don't get to set the definition of victimhood. If a person feels, or believes that some person or entity (organization, government, or governmental agency is "stealing" from them, they are saying they feel victimized!

LTM is about as clueless where it comes to people of color as a white guy can possibly get. He came on here a couple of years ago bragging about knowing how black people want to be treated because he had ONE co worker of color who invited him to dinner one night and told him all about "you people" right down to all your secret handshakes and stuff. lmao

Thank you GaG!  My mother is in her 70's and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama in the middle of the Civil Rights movement and segregation. She chose to remove herself from that situation, move to Seattle, work 2 jobs to put herself through nursing school, became an RN and in my opinion is the epitome of the American Dream.  My father also chose to remove himself from the cycle of poverty he lived in in Pennsylvania, joined the Army, fought in Vietnam, used the GI bill to put himself through college while working a full time job.  They both encountered a lot of discrimination in their respective fields but fought it not by filing complaints and whining about "unfairness" but through education and promotion.  They have always been home owning, taxpaying citizens and hard work, tenacity and defiance through success are the morals and values that were modeled to me by them.  

I completely understand and I don't expect or need anyone to agree with my way of dealing with it.  You have the right to tell me you think I'm incorrect and I have the right to disagree!!

Please read my response to GaG about my parents individual journeys through the civil rights era.  Subversion during that time was definitely not a waste of time and produced major change in the moral and historical fiber of this country.

Thanks girl!  In 2017 success is the best revenge isn't it!!

I have to wash my ass so I can go to work to pay off my Amex bill!!!

Even the biggest racists you will ever encounter will have a grudging respect for people like your parents. The problem of course is every BLM member undoes all your parents hard work. Until people like your parents become the majority of black people it's unlikely that race relations are going to get any better, especially with people like Eric Holder, Barrack Obama, Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton continually fanning the fires of racism.

You should go and show her your history of racists comments on here too.
Then she will see for herself you are a fraud!

So don't take my word for it.
Just read his comments on here and Jack too.
They are the type of people you talked about last year.
When you posted your personal story about bullies growing up.

So you are not a Asian white little man posting dumb ass racist comments on black people?
Most people see past your bullshit and hypocrisy GaClown.
You have no moral high ground on this subject and being a Trump supporter.
Just STFU already talking out of both sides of your mouth!

...but i would be more than pleased to wash your ass! lol

Quite the contrary, she sounds like she has her head screwed on pretty straight.

Of course bc its liberals that define what racism is (but liberals cant be racist!) and they get to define victimhood so people can just use that as an excuse as well.

I am no victim and know when to say No when something is not in my best interest.  I would not pay much in taxes a week if I were my niece.  With her choices, I would do a health savings account, have the max deducted for profit sharing.  She was invited to go march, I advised her to go to work and not use her vacation days for that.  

...But I did when I saw her on Election Night (we watched the results between rounds).

Co-dependency, hog farm, trailer park,  

LMFAO I would looooovvvveee it!!  Especially after leg day!!

Come on Jack! Now you're just sounding defensive and unhinged!

Stick with the discussion and the context it's been placed in!