Sociology - September 2006

Has anyone else noticed that canto chinese tend to be shy homebodies while mandarin chinese are outgoing? Is this an accurate observation, and if so is there a cultural reason for it?

2006-09-18 11:42:24 · 21 answers · asked by Obeast 2

2006-09-18 11:34:16 · 3 answers · asked by JAMES 4

If there was a land that you did not need money to live your life,
If there was a land where people are free to do as they please as long as those people bring no harm to the environment and other people’s right to that very same freedom,
If there was a land where food, shelter, clothing, education, and entertainment was provided for free
And if such a land was to be; it would not be governed by any type of government popularly know today and instead governed by every single citizen equally

Would you want to live in this land?

2006-09-18 09:35:15 · 9 answers · asked by Am 4

you or your partner?

2006-09-18 08:53:36 · 7 answers · asked by neil d 3

I know that all hoodies arnt bad...but the ones that are...what would you do to the little sh*tbags?

2006-09-18 08:24:59 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you associate more with your colour, religion, nationality or tribe e.t.c. For example if i were to ask you "What are you?", would your first response be "British" or "Black" or "Muslim" etc. Why do some groups tend to associate themselves more with one class of definition than another? For example why might as muslim be more likely to say they are muslim before saying they're british or pakistani or whatever?

2006-09-18 08:09:25 · 16 answers · asked by londonboy 1

I would think that it would be against the Ninja faith!

2006-09-18 08:06:15 · 9 answers · asked by Fitty4ex 3

2006-09-18 07:30:56 · 2 answers · asked by hocquart@sbcglobal.net 1

I hope I don't offend anybody. It is my belief that racism works both ways. I mean there are black people who hate people simply because they are white or have a lack of trust in a white person or preconcieved notion or somethign like that. Is there a differance between the two races really? I mean it works both ways. Am I only one who thinks that.

2006-09-18 07:08:55 · 12 answers · asked by brantibrooks1 2

It´s a great song,but also an interesting question.Sometimes we lose contact with people we`ve been close to,not because of a fight or anything,but we just drift apart.How come?

2006-09-18 06:33:09 · 12 answers · asked by ld_kool_2006 2

2006-09-18 05:43:26 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

When my sister was a teen she was in a horrific accident and enduring some serious back injuruies. Her doctor perscribed her oxy contin and she had been on them for years, she recently decided that enough was enough and enrolled in a methodone clinic. She was pulled over the other day for speeding and ended up in jail because the police officers found her medication. She said that they treated her like pure scum and called her a heroin addict in front of her children. If you found out htat someone you know was on methadone what would you think? Do you think the police officer was justified?

2006-09-18 05:19:54 · 8 answers · asked by bigredpoboy 2

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2006-09-18 03:13:48 · 14 answers · asked by solo 5

Agastya Muni nadi shastra. I had gone to this place where they just took my finger prints ( no questions or horoscopes) asked except for initials 2 identify the thumb print). Came up with a set of palm leaves. asked questions with only Yes or no answers

First set proved futile, second set, after quite a few yes/ no came up with one which were all Yes. they gave me all details about my parents names, wife's name . a few things that I was thinking of and a personal relationship problem that I was facing (which only 3-4 people in this world know abt)

Same thing happened with my wife.They even told her that she is the only surviving child (which is true).

They did not ask for any other details and did not ask for money even when I wanted to leave mid way for a break. ( I could hv easily vanished if I wanted to at that time)

Any comments or suggestions?

2006-09-18 02:58:59 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-18 02:46:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-18 02:36:45 · 32 answers · asked by George K 1

2006-09-18 01:58:56 · 25 answers · asked by itchy colon 2

2006-09-18 01:41:25 · 9 answers · asked by mr. M 2

Why I do think a lot about what others people think about me and about their opinions in anything we talk about?
How can I be an understanding with out trouble my self with people's mind?

2006-09-18 01:34:57 · 8 answers · asked by haya D 1

2006-09-18 01:21:34 · 20 answers · asked by scott_faith 1

USA got into Iraq saying that this country had Atomic power got in without prove took the power and the Americans dont show one photo showing the atomic power.(gas)
Americans think Iran are stupeds Iran saw next to they country a plastic culture bubble lie getting in and steping over and they thought when USA and Americans dicide to do the same here we will blow up they country.
Americans live in they Fantasy they think is easy to still pushin and take over Iran
Lisen Plastic culture Bubble lie your time is coming and smells like an Americans Cullin Grill is goin to star to cook.
USA is the real terrorist,steping over cultures with a plastic culture
of 500 years
When you realize this was like Vitnam dont star to cry like Vitnam because in the World is a fact all your ghost will step over example:
France-Germany-Japan-Russia-Vitnam-China-and so many more will enjoy the list because you have been steping with your Americans terrorist all over the World.
USA have an Energy crisis

2006-09-18 01:04:37 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

For example - I was listening to some politician asking why more people don't vote in by-elections or if it comes to that General Elections. I would put it to them - for the same reason that the Millenium dome was not very successful at the turn of the century celebrations - you wern't allowed to take your car - despite there being massive car parks there. By the same token if I gave you the choice of voting procedures:- a) go to dusty school hall as usual or b) press a b or c on your mobile phone - which one do you think people would go for.

It never ceases to amaze me just how powerful and absolute this law is - technology has come along in leaps and bounds because of it - why don't they run society this way ? Why don't they make life more convenient instead of filling it up with ever more regulations that people don't want or need. The law of convenience is a natural law - it is prevelant in nature - everywhere you look and yet we continue to fight its inevitable path ?

2006-09-18 00:52:40 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

This letter was written in response to an article in the NY times:(with no harm meant to anyone in particular)

Dear Editor: I'm sorry but I would like to challenge some of your Indian male readers. I am a White female who is engaged to an Indian male, good-looking, educated and loving. I just don't understand a lot of Indian female's attitudes about our relationship. My man decided he wanted me because the pickings amongst Indian women were slim to none. As he said they were either too fat, too loud, too mean, too argumentative, too needy, too materialistic or carrying too much excess baggage. Before I became engaged, whenever I went out I was constantly approached by Indian men, willing to wine and dine me and give me the world. If Indian women are so up in arms about us being with their men, why don't they look at themselves and make some changes. I am tired of the dirty looks I get and snide remarks when we're out in public. I would like to hear from some Indian men about why we white women are so appealing and coveted by them. Bryant Gumbel just left his wife of 26 years for oneof us. Charles Barkley, Scottie Pippen, the model Tyson Beckford, Montell Williams, Quincy Jones, James Earl Jones, Harry Belafonte, SydneyPoitier, Kofi Anan, Cuba Gooding Jr., Don Cornelius, Berry Gordy, Billy Blanks, Larry Fishburne, Wesley Snipes...I could go on and on. But, right now, I'm a little angry and that is why I wrote this so hurriedly. Don't be mad with us White women because so many of your men want us. Get your acts together and learn from us and we may lead you to treat your men better. If I'm wrong, Indian men, let me know.

Disgusted White Girl.

Somewhere in VA.



The Response: Dear Editor:

I would like to respond to the letter written by A Disgusted White Girl. Let me start by saying that I am a 28-year old Indian man. I graduated from one of the most prestigious universities in Atlanta, Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Management. I have a good job at a major corporation and have recently purchased a house. So, I consider myself to be among the ranks of successful Non-White men. I will not use my precious time to slander white people. I just want to set the record straight of why Indian men date white women. Back in the day, one of the biggest reasons why Indian men dated white women was because they were considered easy. The Indian girls in my neighborhood were raised traditionally. They were very strict about when they lost their virginity and who they lost it to. Because of our impatience to wait, brothers would look for someone who would give it up easy without too much hassle. So, they turned to the white girls. Nowadays, in my opinion, a lot of Indian males date white women because they are docile and easy to control. A lot of Indian men, because of insecurities, fears, and overall weaknesses, have become intimidated by the strength of our Indian women. We are afraid that our woman will be more successful than us, make more money than us, drive nicer cars and own bigger houses. Because of this fear, many Indian men look for a more docile woman. Someone we can control. I have talked to numerous Indian men and they continuously comment on how easy it is to control and walkover their white women. I just want to set the record straight. I want A Disgusted White Girl to know that not all successful Indian men date white women. Non-Whiteslike Ahmad Rashad, Denzel Washington, Michael Jordan, Morris Chestn!ut,Will Smith, Blair Underwood, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, Samuel L. Jackson,and Chris Rock all married strong Non-White women. And, to flip the script, there are numerous white men, in and out of the spot light, who openly or secretly desire Non-White women over white women. Ted Danson, Robert DeNiro, and David Bowie to name a few. I just don't want a disgusted white girl to be misinformed. Stop thinking that because you are white that you are some type of goddess. Remember, when Non-White Egyptian Queens like Hatsepshut and Nitorcris were ruling Dynasties and armies of men in Egypt, you were over in the caves of Europe eating raw meat and beating each other over the head with clubs.

Read your history! It was the Non-White woman that taught you how to cook and season your food. It was the Non-White woman that taught you how to raise your children. It was Non-White women who were breastfeeding and raising your babies during slavery. It is the Non-White woman that had to endure watching their fathers, husbands, and children beaten, killed, and thrown in jail. Indian women were born with two strikes against them: being Non-White and being a woman. And, through all this, Still They Rise! It is because of the Indian women's strength, elegance, power, love and beauty that I could never date anyone except my Indian Queen. It is not just the outer beauty that captivates and draws me to them. It is not the fact that they come in all shapes, sizes, colours and shades that I love them. Their inner beauty is what I find most appealing about Indian women. Their strong spirit, loving and nurturing souls, their integrity, their ability to overcome great obstacles, their willingness to stand for what they believe in, and their determination to succeed and
reach their highest potential while enduring great pain and suffering is why I have fallen in love with Indian women. I honestly believe that your anger is geared more toward jealousy and envy than snotty looks. If this were not so, then why do you continuously go to tanning salons to darken your skin? If you are so proud to be white, then why don't you just be happy with your pale skin? Why do you continue to inject your lips, hips, and breasts with unnatural and dangerous substances so you can look fuller and more voluptuous? I think that your anger is really a result of you wanting to have what the Non-White woman has. BOTTOM LINE: If I were looking for a docile woman, someone I can walkover and control, I would give you a call. But, unfortunately, I am looking for a Virtuous Woman. Someone that can be a good wife and mother to my children. Someone who can be my best friend and understands my struggles. I am looking for a soul mate and; unfortunately, you do not and CANNOT fit the bill.

No offense taken, none given. . . . .

Signed, Indian Royalty.

2006-09-18 00:34:06 · 12 answers · asked by bruno 2

2006-09-17 22:09:58 · 4 answers · asked by Chuck Dhue 4

2006-09-17 20:57:58 · 10 answers · asked by mojisan 1

It's crazy, kinna like a father-daughter relationship. The men will always want to know where his "women" is, and if she is out with a guy friend, he blows up. Is it the power that they like in a man, or is it simply that they are weak. I'm personally looking for a partnership.

2006-09-17 20:09:54 · 6 answers · asked by james w 3

2006-09-17 19:47:20 · 9 answers · asked by fir 1

what is community participation? what are the ways of encouraging community participation? what challenges are encountered in community participation by community development workers? what are the ways of overcoming the encounterd challenges?

2006-09-17 19:21:31 · 2 answers · asked by Simon M 1

If you could afford to do something instead of work all week...

2006-09-17 18:51:27 · 20 answers · asked by Melody 4

where you have had to use all youre inner strengths and social ettiquette to stop yourself erupting into uncontrollable laughter at something/someone that in normal situations you may /would, not find all that funny ,and did you succeed.

2006-09-17 17:50:57 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous