Tim that line was based on way more than this thread and your recent posts. You're a cool guy... a little long winded with your posts at times.. but still a cool guy . I've read stuff way worse than what was typed in this thread but stayed out of it. I guess all the talk let out some built up frustration.
BTW,
People see the word racist and think hate which is not true. A closet racist is someone that doesnt realize it, or is in denial. To those that think I may be talking to them dont take it as me calling you a hateful person. Take it as me saying you have a preset opinion about the black (or other) communities without meeting every single one of us (them).
Racist - Discrimination or prejudice based on race.
We are all racist... In our day and age we are taught to keep to ourselves and be politically correct. We may not be as open with it, but its still (and will always be) there. I will admit that I form opinions of people at times before meeting them based on their race. The truth is that a lot of people are racist and dont even realize it. I'm a gayist(spelling) too. When I first saw that Mikehaze drove a mini cooper some time ago I thought he was gay... come to find out the balls never touched.
But to get back on the offtopic
Affirmitive action is b.s! Now that salaries are equal, and everyone has a chance its a lot better. It actually hurts the work force more than it helps. Not to mention the people that get hired have to wonder if they earned it. A hard working man doesnt want a hand out. Affirmitive action is a smack in the face.
And yes the segregation in this day and age is caused by black people. The seperation is on purpose, and thats not helping anyone. Also, the 20% that live in poverty with their hand out making up excuses makes the 80% look bad. I agree with the moving forward, but we should never forget where we came from. I agree that the past should not to be used as a crutch. Anyone that sits around blaming "the man" is worthless. I thought you were saying we should forget about it. Since you are saying to stop using it as a crutch.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-el5-Yfp14&feature=channel_page
OK, now I'm done. And closing this crap before it gets out of control.