Is this column racist? Is the Detroit Republican Examiner a reputable source?

[_Simpson_ 250]

Or this?

... black citizens would rather have the government give them a life, then to go out and earn it. Isn't that why over 90% of blacks support Obama? Whenever someone mentions anything negative about the black population, the title "RACIST" is attached to them. Well go ahead and brand me. Because I think the policies used at the White House benefit the black people more than the whites. I know the argument there. The blacks have had to endure centuries of injustice. I am fifty eight years old and I never exploited a black man. Why should I have to give my money to them? Let them earn their own money.

It seems that he thinks that because 90% of black people voted for him and that Obama has a hand out mentality that its no surprise that 90% of blacks voted for him. I personally think it was about him being the first black president but that statement alone I dont think is enough to call him a racist.

[justashooter 430]

You mean 97% of black people who voted?

if you count the dead ones, the ones in jail, and the ones who voted more than once...

[The_Dude 1,142]

if you count the dead ones, the ones in jail, and the ones who voted more than once...

Shooter, do you think that one of these days you could post something of actual substance rather than your usual racist tinged bullsh!t?

[Mags 112]

It's only racist if you use the word "denigration".

[slim 1,533]

Good call shooter and mags!

[Sofiyya 1,687]

It looks like the column was pulled. I didn't get to read it, so I guess I'll read the thread instead

[peejay 327]

Is that an actual article, or is it a blog?

Whatever it is, it is racist in theme and tone. Anyone who says otherwise is deluded or blind. If it's an article, then yes, it does degrade the credibility of the publication. If it is a blog, then I think it still does, but to a lesser degree. I tend to hold bloggers in less regard.

The guy uses lots of stereotypes and cliches, but that doesn't make him any more of a racist than the blacks that voted for Obama solely along racial lines? As misinformed and as misguided as this guy is...at least he puts the cards on the table for all to see. That makes him ignorant, but doesn't necessarily make him a racist. What excuse do you have for the 95%+ black vote for Obama? Sure...the Michael Steele's of the world are Uncle Toms, but what are they?

[The_Dude 1,142]

The guy uses lots of stereotypes and cliches, but that doesn't make him any more of a racist than the blacks that voted for Obama solely along racial lines? As misinformed and as misguided as this guy is...at least he puts the cards on the table for all to see. That makes him ignorant, but doesn't necessarily make him a racist. What excuse do you have for the 95%+ black vote for Obama? Sure...the Michael Steele's of the world are Uncle Toms, but what are they?

The question was..... is this article racist. The author, in I believe the 4th paragraph says in no uncertain terms that yes, he is a racist. There was no broader issue asked in the OP. Yes, the author and the article is racist. No, that paper does not have any credibility beyond it's current readers. That is the scope of the discussion, period.

[Hilarious Clinton 452]

It IS considered racist because he, admittedly criticized black people. If a white guy does that, he's racist. It doesn't matter if he's quoting facts or making things up, if they're negative in any way, it's racist.

Yes. It's racist for a white person to simply disagree with a 'person-of-color'. Especially Obama.

[peejay 327]

The question was..... is this article racist. The author, in I believe the 4th paragraph says in no uncertain terms that yes, he is a racist. There was no broader issue asked in the OP. Yes, the author and the article is racist. No, that paper does not have any credibility beyond it's current readers. That is the scope of the discussion, period.

That isn't how I interpreted this guy's facetiousness. This is what he said:

"Whenever someone mentions anything negative about the black population, the title "RACIST" is attached to them. Well go ahead and brand me."

Hard to say what item in the 4th paragraph you are referring to since the article has been pulled from the website, but I assume that is what you are referring to. He isn't saying that he is actually racist. He is saying that if criticizing blacks is someone elses' definition of racism that it is up to them to brand and label him as such. He doesn't care.

Edited July 8, 2010 by peejay

[The_Dude 1,142]

That isn't how I interpreted this guy's facetiousness. This is what he said:

"Whenever someone mentions anything negative about the black population, the title "RACIST" is attached to them. Well go ahead and brand me."

Hard to say what item in the 4th paragraph you are referring to since the article has been pulled from the website, but I assume that is what you are referring to. He isn't saying that he is actually racist. He is saying that if criticizing blacks is someone elses' definition of racism that it is up to them to brand and label him as such. He doesn't care.

He was being facetious much like people who say "I'm not racist, i have tons of black friends" :rolleys:

[peejay 327]

He was being facetious much like people who say "I'm not racist, i have tons of black friends" :rolleys:

So having black friends makes one racist? Or are you referring to some white peoples' propensity for apologizing for criticizing blacks by adding that patronizing statement to their criticism? Yeah, some white people are cowards. I would never apologize or do something like that to validate any point I would like to make about anything or anyone. Ones' viewpoints, opinions, and criticisms should be valid and stand alone without having to apologize for making them.

I really don't think this guy is apologizing for his statements, no matter how misguided and misinformed they are. I have no idea what is in this guy's heart or whether he really is a racist. He clearly has some ignorant opinions, but that doesn't make him a racist.

[The_Dude 1,142]

So having black friends makes one racist? Or are you referring to some white peoples' propensity for apologizing for criticizing blacks by adding that patronizing statement to their criticism? Yeah, some white people are cowards. I would never apologize or do something like that to validate any point I would like to make about anything or anyone. Ones' viewpoints, opinions, and criticisms should be valid and stand alone without having to apologize for making them.

I really don't think this guy is apologizing for his statements, no matter how misguided and misinformed they are. I have no idea what is in this guy's heart or whether he really is a racist. He clearly has some ignorant opinions, but that doesn't make him a racist.

I think you missed my reference altogether.

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Since the article has been pulled, here are some excerpts I found online. These excerpts are consistent with my memory of the article, so I have no reason to doubt their accuracy.

The current administration in my mind is doing whatever it can to change America into a socialistic society. They don't deny it anymore. They actually have gained voters knowing they won't ever have to work again, and still be able to have the luxuries thanks to wealth distribution. The given attitude here is that black citizens would rather have the government give them a life, then to go out and earn it. Isn't that why over 90% of blacks support Obama? Whenever someone mentions anything negative about the black population, the title "RACIST" is attached to them. Well go ahead and brand me. Because I think the policies used at the White House benefit the black people more than the whites. I know the argument there. The blacks have had to endure centuries of injustice. I am fifty eight years old and I never exploited a black man. Why should I have to give my money to them? Let them earn their own money. Isn't that what America is supposed to stand for?

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I am tired of seeing American citizens, white and black, make a comment about what a good job Obama is doing. These people are the same ones who watch CNN, listen to what the media reports, and have no idea of what really is going on. For those who think I am a radical, turn to Fox News for just one day. That is the only station that criticizes the president and brings to light the true agenda. I am not a violent man, but I am hoping there is rioting in our country. I don't think voting in November will solve the problems in my mind. I think we need to use the liberal tactics. If there is enough blood shed, the people with their heads in the sand will finally say...If it will stop the violence, than lets make the change.

[peejay 327]

Since the article has been pulled, here are some excerpts I found online. These excerpts are consistent with my memory of the article, so I have no reason to doubt their accuracy.

The guy clearly is of the opinion that large numbers of blacks are parasites and that the Obama administration panders to them at the expense of whites. Whether he hates Bill Cosby just because he is black is another issue altogether. In the first case this guy may be entitled to his opinion, but not entitled to the facts. Being ignorant doesn't automatically make someone a racist. The guy is definitely on a rant, unfounded or not. In the second example, that clearly would be racist. The guy never came out and said that he hates blacks, so I wouldn't automatically label him a racist just because of his incoherent rants.