A friend on mine told me that people were discriminating against her because she was Hispanic. I knew the people involved and could not believe they would do that. The were educated people. I could not believe they would do that. Then in a meeting I was in one of these people made a very degrogatory comment against women. I went to my friend and apologized. I realized that if he could make that comment that he could make a racial slur also. I did call him on the comment on women as well. He qualified it, but I already knew who he was.
Anyone else shocked about what was inside someones thoughts that you once respected?
2006-08-19 10:50:13 · 13 answers · asked by adobeprincess 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
No. I am not surprised anymore by people. The last time I was caught by surprise was at a church. I was doing some contract work for them. I had known and know most of the people who worked and who still work there. There is this assistant pastor. He is a funny, jovial man. He was the last person that I expected who would make any kind of comments against anyone. One day, I happened to be talking with him and he let loose some words which shocked the heck out of me. I am an extremely hard person to shock. When he started using the ****** word and fags and so on I had to tell him off. Never expected a man in his capacity to say something like that. I am very wary of religious leaders anyway.
2006-08-19 11:03:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Discrimination has been around since biblical times. Today however, it is politically incorrect and is better hidden. Whether it is because of someone's race, religion, sex or sexual preference. As a minority, I cannot tell you the number of times that I have heard people that make discriminatory comments sometimes without realizing that it. Some people of course, knowing exactly what they are saying. Take a listen sometimes to people around you when you go out. You may be surprised.
2006-08-19 18:06:46 · answer #2 · answered by baby_doll 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Shocked, no! Disappointed, yes! I always try to give people the benefit of the doubt. And yes, I am often disappointed in them when they do not turn out to be all that I have hoped that they would.
As one who has been discriminated against, there is nothing that has not been said, nor done that would shock me, after all this time. It is just too bad that others cannot accept one for what they are, and not for what they are perceived to be.
2006-08-19 17:59:03 · answer #3 · answered by rb_cubed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO! "Hollywood and the media have divided the country. The only reason discrimination still exist is for the purpose of separation. Some people are followers and continue not to understand. We must look past the influences and judge for ourselves. The whole problem is that the issue is sensationalism. The prisoners must learn that it is the job of correctional officers to incite division. United we are powerful. Divided we stand to gain nothing!
2006-08-19 17:59:39 · answer #4 · answered by ronfschmidt 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We have a long way to go in our society until we all respect each other and act that way 24/7.
Even persons who think they are open minded, liberal and treat everyone the same, have their shortcomings. I confess that I sometimes make judgments about people based upon race, religion or national origin that are unfair. I try not to, but unconsciously it is easy to do.
We all need to try harder every day to get closer to showing our love for everyone. That you called your acquaintance on his behavior is a good thing. Maybe he will look into himself to see what made you so angry.
2006-08-19 17:57:58 · answer #5 · answered by michael941260 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not too much anymore. Just because someone is educated doesn't mean they are super human. Unless you know someone's background, family, and what they've experienced in life you can't really say what they are capable of. Sometimes even I surprise myself with some of my own thoughts. But what matters most is that we treat each other with respect, regardless of our personal prejudices.
2006-08-19 17:58:57 · answer #6 · answered by ŧťŠ4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I was really shocked when an acquaintance of mine saw a black family walking into the place next door and said, "What you looking at, n*gger?" It seemed to just come like a bolt from the blue. I told him to take a hike, then went and asked them to forgive him and pray for him. El shocko!
2006-08-19 18:07:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Oh yes. I worked as a camp counselor and my co-worker seemed like a calm, composed, mature man...but he practically manhandled the children. He would physically grab them and move them. I'm so glad that he decided that this summer would be his last at the camp. Plus, as I got to know him, he'd talk so much crap about the other counselors while he was so friendly to their faces.
It made me look at him in a new light...
2006-08-19 17:57:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
im biracial and unfourtanately its the people that you respect the most who lose it by saying dumb racial or derogatory stuff. i know why you would think it was'nt possible but believe me inside of everyone there is a slight bit of racism or hate. its sucks but its a reality. way to go for having the courage to ask this question though!
~iza
2006-08-19 17:57:43 · answer #9 · answered by isaiah d 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I don't understand that conclusion. You can make sexist comments and not be a racists. You can even make them and love women.
A stupid joury concluded the because Mark Fuhrman used the "N" word that he would be ok handing a death sentence to OJ. Its ridiculous.
2006-08-19 17:59:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋