Sharpton and Jackson ought to go after the rappers as hot and heavy as they go after Don Imus, until they do they should lay off Imus, and what about Russ Limbaugh and Howard Stern plus everyone else who demeans anyone especially any woman no matter what the race.
2007-04-12 07:03:03 · 9 answers · asked by irene_259 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Celebrities
I agree with you. I am black and I think that everyone is blowing this way out of proportion. The comments that he made are no different from the way that rappers portray women in the music and their videos. What I am most offended about is not what he said but the fact that every time someone says something that might be viewed as offensive to black people, they automatically have to make a public apology to Sharpton and Jackson. Who the hell appointed those hypocritical opportunists as the spokesmen for the entire black race?
2007-04-12 07:13:49 · answer #1 · answered by MARS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don Imus has been dismissed because people want justice, however it is a different standard. Look at Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson, Rosie O'Donnell, Geraldo; they have all been offensive and possibly they should be removed as well.
I state my opinion; maybe I should be removed. It is true that Don Imus said something wrong, however how many times did the news cast repeat it causing even more damage?
I have not been a fan of Imus; however I do value my freedom.
He apologized, that is what was needed. What use will it be for him to be nailed to a cross ??
On the other hand, no charges were pressed against the person who said she was raped by Duke La Crosse Players, why not ? If someone causes harm like she did, charges and penalties should be assessed. By her doing this, takes away from those that have been truly raped, and takes away the credibility of future victims (?)
2007-04-12 16:05:17 · answer #2 · answered by Carlene W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree completely. They should all be held accountable for the hate they spread. Don Imus singled out a specific group of women to insult, but it's just as bad to generalize, like the others do. They can all scream freedom of speech, but with that right comes the responsibility to not abuse it, too. Fighting words, slander, and words that will cause a panic (ex.--yelling "fire" in a crowded theater) aren't covered by freedom of speech, and I'd say what he said was out and out slander.
2007-04-12 07:12:01 · answer #3 · answered by cross-stitch kelly 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Black people have been de-sensitized with the foul language that is used in our community,just like violence is de-sensitized in the white community,So when Don Imus spoke his mind it was like a wake-up call,and you will see a lot of Rappers and people in the public eye reprimanded,sort of like the changing of the guard,don't be shocked but a negative will be changed to a positive.
2007-04-12 07:33:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Why doesn't Sharpton apologize to the innocent Duke lacrosse players he accused of being rapists?
2007-04-12 07:07:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree. They don't want to admit but the rap crap has been going on for years and has gotten increasingly worse. Especially with the *** shaking, whorish, slutty, videos. I'm sick of the crap and would never let my son listen to it or become the stereotype they put out.
2007-04-12 07:08:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The old guy is a scapegoat. It is not really fair in that aspect but he shouldn't have said it!
2007-04-12 07:07:36 · answer #7 · answered by AKA FrogButt 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why is it, "especially any woman." That's a sexist statement right there....
2007-04-12 07:29:50 · answer #8 · answered by anonymous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sharpton & Jackson are racist promoters..
They only attack whites...
2007-04-12 07:10:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋