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The democrate primary shows that people are racist and sexist of course , So when most black democrats vote for obama over hillary is that ok ? , and Hispanic's vote for Hillary over Obama it's ok, and white women vote for Hillary over obama it's okay ! yet if you look white men voted Obama over Hillary which means white men are less racist or just more sexist then racist ! doesn't this all make perfect sense ?
It all depends on the reasons behind one's vote. If the women who feel like secondary citizens think Hillary will raise their status by either action or symbolism, then the motive behind their vote is not their own discrimination but the discrimination of others against them. There is a symmetrical case one can construct for blacks that support Obama. White men on the other hand have no recourse but to vote for a representative outside their demographic. Therefore it would be dubious to argue, based on their voting, that they have the high moral ground.
Trish ,
You seem to infer that it's ok to be racist and sexist if you are a women or a black person yet if are a white male it's not ok ! Double standard ?
Not at all.
It's only natural and logical to vote for somebody you believe will improve your position; especially if you perceive your position as that of a secondary citizen. I don't see that as racist or sexist. Just reasonable.Quote:
If the women who feel like secondary citizens think Hillary will raise their status by either action or symbolism, then the motive behind their vote is not their own discrimination but the discrimination of others against them.
ok heres a topic "why do some black people think its ok to be racist" or "why do some arabs think its ok to be racist" why is it always white people that are said to be racist and if u complain some1 who isnt white is been racist your told to shut up. political correctness has gone mad coz of that power mad Blair (if he becomes president of europe we're all doomed) :shock:
Trish ,
So you approve of racism and sexist theory as long as you think your a minority ? you are really cutting a fine line here you know , it's a double standard either way , it's wrong !
I suppose at this point I should make clear that I myself voted for Obama in the democratic primary of my state. But for myself racial considerations were of relatively minor influence. I like him because I think he has shown himself to be a capable, clear-sighted statesmen of sound judgement, a moral compass and who knows how to listen. On the major issues: health care, the war in Iraq, the patriot act, the torture bill etc, I can support Obama or Hillary.
No again. Reread my post. I do not approve of racism or sexism under ANY circumstances. My standard is the same for all.Quote:
Originally Posted by JelenaCD
Trish ,
It's a Great debate no doubt , good to have your opinion ! we can't move forward without getting over the issues we can't solve ! And race is an issue USA has never reconciled !
and good to have yours as well. have a good evening Jelena.