“Tomlin just added
himself to a list of “No good (N-Word), “Another “ungrateful” black multi-millionaire,
“Throw the Son of a Bitch out”, “thugs.” Wow, the more time change, the more it
remains the same. These were words spoken from a fire chief, congressman,
president and anyone else who want to describe certain ethnic groups.
It is depressing to
hear the same words that were spoken decades ago. Someone spread a rumor years
ago that racism is dead because America elected a Black President. Others
believed that a minority president will divide America. It appeared that
America was off balance and out of harmony. Instead, America became more
peaceful and tolerant towards others. Of course, there were pockets of hate
that raised their ugly heads, but were met with peace and love.
Buzzwords and triggers.
Words used by some people in position, meant to divide and destroy. Statements
made that do not need apologies, because apologies would show signs of
weakness. But, it was really meant to be said, the apology is for saying it out
loud? There is too much negativity in the social media, news media, home and
work for the sake of the dollar. It is beginning to affect us all directly and
indirectly, consciously and subconsciously.
This may be a cleverly designed smokescreen to take the focus off of some of our leaders by looking for allies anywhere they can find them, even it means turning against your friends calling their bluff. (NFL Owners vs the players). You can bluff them with fear of their players, deep inside who is afraid of Robert Mueller's findings?
I am a proud veteran of
the U.S. military forces. Our brothers and sisters in arms sacrificed their
lives to ensure that the Stars and Stripes wave freely. Blood was shared so
that all Americans can exercise their rights freely, whether we like their demonstrations
or not. But, let’s not confuse this story about the NFL disgracing the flag with
equal rights. Those who have ears, listen! The words mentioned above cleverly
disguise the fact that all men are still not equal. Politicians are using this
confusion to pit Americans against each other. Why don’t we all take a knee and
pray!
Thanks, Dorothy. You, Harold and others are always in my prayers.