They are homophobic and their families are very conservative Christians and tell me that I'm damned to hell because I believe in gay rights and believe in pro-choice. I get along better with one of the bullies' twin brother, though. How should I handle this problem with them making anti-Semitic comments to me?
2007-03-03 19:45:11 · 22 answers · asked by Zack H 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
This is racism and harassment and your parents need to talk to the school principal. There's not much worse than conservative, Bible-thumping so-called Christians up on their high horse. They are just KKK members in disguise. Try to ignore them, and tell your parents about what's going on.
2007-03-04 22:51:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry to hear. I'm Jewish and have had my share of antisemitic experiences. I was on an Internet bulletin board where I was harassed due to my beliefs and attitudes towards Israel. It is really a shame that there are people in the world who hate Jews. Unfortunately for you I don't believe in gay rights and abortion should be banned completely. I'm an orthodox Jew and politically very conservative. I think you might be too young to make such decisions. This may be why they are bullies to you.
Ask your parents to have a conference with the principal. Hopefully the principal can put a stop to it.
2007-03-03 22:09:16 · answer #2 · answered by Phillip 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wish there was a way to put a stop to it. Do their mothers know about it? You could talk to a counselor at your school about it. I have to warn you though, it may get worse if you do that. Just know that you are a better person, in spite of their opinions, because you don't pick on people. Fortunately, most people outgrow that kind of childish behavior by the time they graduate from high school. You'll just have to be patient, and try to find friends (of all religions and sexual preferences) that don't treat people that way. If you concentrate on surrounding yourself with kinder people, it will insulate you against the hurtful things that stupid people say. You'll get through it. I'm sorry people act like that.
2007-03-03 19:59:09 · answer #3 · answered by Lesley M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really are being harrassed tell your parents first off - They may be able to go to the police on your behalf or the very least your school prinipal
Other that that children are often cruel and your going to have to learn to deal with the fact some people aren't very nice or inteligent or or or -
To protect yourself though I suggest you stop sharing political opinions that involve any sort of religious context - once you open thos doors they are very hard to close
Try pointing out Jesus was - Jewish so was the apostle Paul
2007-03-03 19:52:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me like these 3 boys minds have been tainted by "South Park". I do not know what your age is or the ages of these boys who are teasing you, but if you are still in high school then the best course of action would be to involve school counselors and/or the principal. These boys are committing a hate crime against you, school administrators will want to nip it in the bud, but they have to know it is happening. Haven't you spoken to your parents about what is going on? I'm sure if they knew, they would have spoken to the principal themselves. Don't suffer in silence. "All that is neccessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing"
2007-03-03 20:06:44 · answer #5 · answered by ERIC W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If this is going on at school you need to immediately meet with your principal to let him/her know.
This isn't appropriate behavior and it certainly isn't "Christian" behavior by any means. The parents of these boys may or may not know what they're doing/saying...however, the principal should "fill them in".
They are allowed to have their opinions, just as you are and that is fine...however, it is UNACCEPTABLE for them to hurt you or anyone diliberately with their opinions.
Sounds like these young men need to learn something about Respect....
You don't have to agree with someone's opinions or philosophies, etc... but we must all respect the fact that everyone has a right to their own. :o)
2007-03-04 00:50:29 · answer #6 · answered by ~Me~ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They keep on doing it to get a 'rise' out of you, I know it's difficult but if anyone says something to you, just smile at them as if you find something really funny, and pretend you feel superior, (it will show in your body language) Don't say anything, just do that and immediately turn to a friend and start chatting animatedly about what you find interesting (laugh a lot).
It'll REALLY piss em off! I've done that to people before and they get sick of it as they don't expect it.
The more you show that you're having a great time (no matter what) they will give up.
2007-03-04 07:29:40 · answer #7 · answered by Welshdragon 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I grew up with this, it's sad to think that it's still happening. Your best revenge will be success. Work hard, do well in school, get a great job, make some money. Some day, you'll be driving down the old block in your Jag, and you will see them wrenching on their rusty Chevy trucks. Just say hi and leave them in your exhaust.
2007-03-03 23:56:29 · answer #8 · answered by anywherebuttexas 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Tell a teacher or have your parents speak to the teacher or principal. You have a right to go to school without harassment. You also need to make sure a teacher or someone is aware of what is going on in case these kid's actions escalate.
2007-03-03 20:44:58 · answer #9 · answered by Starshine 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just ignore them. If there is no chance of you getting hurt, then ask them to quit. You could also get one of the teachers to help. Under no circumstances is it OK to make fun of someones religion. I wish you all the luck in the world, and I know that it is hard to be in your position. Again, good luck. Email me how everything went: cincireds5@Yahoo.com
2007-03-03 19:50:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋