Comments on: Pity me, for I am one of Oprah’s victims of racism

By: chrishernandezauthor

chrishernandezauthor — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 01:43:58 +0000

In reply to Cruinn. How about "deeply tanned"?

By: chrishernandezauthor

chrishernandezauthor — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 01:36:27 +0000

In reply to Lothaen.

Lothaen,

You see, when people read your name and automatically assume you’re impoverished and unable to succeed without their assistance, that’s not racism. When guys like me and you say we’re no different from anyone else, don’t need anyone’s pity and are responsible for our actions, that’s racism.

Ain’t progressive thinking grand?

By: Lothaen

Lothaen — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 15:04:06 +0000

I remember when a Texas school board wanted to send me to a school on the other side of town since they had a larger Hispanic population… and presumably more “resources” for a Hispanic kid. Guess it was lost on them that I am a third generation Hispanic with no Spanish speaking ability. Since then nothing has stood in my way race wise and I am grateful for it.

By: Cruinn

Cruinn — Sat, 07 Dec 2013 21:28:49 +0000

In reply to chrishernandezauthor.

You can’t call them ‘black,’ that’s racist… They’re dark brown. >.>

These are a few of the appropriate terms: Caramel, chocolate, honey, mocha, mahogany, cocoa, burnt sienna, etc.

To name a few.

By: chrishernandezauthor

chrishernandezauthor — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 03:45:45 +0000

In reply to Mike.

Mike,

Hell, I didn’t even know we were struggling until I was a little older. I don’t feel like I grew up deprived of anything. But yeah, I’m sure Oprah and many other wealthy, left-leaning celebrities would consider me poor and pity me for it.

I’m thankful we weren’t rich. Every time I drive into my neighborhood, every single time, I take a moment to appreciate what I have. Had I grown up rich, I don’t think I’d realize how fortunate I am.