Why does a discussion of racism (as it relates to black Americans) always dissolve . . .

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17. Case by Case

Some of the anger directed at the Facebook post pretty clearly spelled out why they were mad. People do not like to be called racist or be associated as in any way as being racist. Others who did the my life sucks worse than yours attitude could use some introspection. It can be a kind of denial. Others who used this approach seemed to think that it was shield to hold up against themselves almost to insulate them from criticism.

In my personal instance I just asked heaven 05 to judge me from my deeds, and that calling me a cracker mistakenly labeled me as someone who harbored ill will to African Americans. He and I did discuss our issues back and forth and came away speaking to each other as individuals, a better understanding and respect for each other. That is and always has been my main point. Treat me as me, I will treat you as you and then we can move together creating something better one person at a time. Educating each other making each other better.

Trying to segregate people into monoliths of color will not solve the problems facing us. That post did just that. Saying that is not me trying to ignore slavery, jim crow, or all the other indignities that minorities do and have faced in this country. Calling me a cracker is a false characterization and defending oneself against slurs is just a basic principle. It was surprising that defending ones character and honor would be viewed in a negative light.

Some definitely could have used anger management, but me not being perfect I have to say there have been days when I have lost my temper as well. I have made a promise to myself to strive to be a better man everyday. When will I be done? When they shovel the dirt on my face.