aintforever Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 The only racist thing I have ever heard at St Marys was when a black dude for the opposition went down injured, the trainer ran on with a bucket and someone in the Northam shouted "quick, get him some fried chicken". I thought it was funny because the black guys in the American movies seem to eat a lot of it, didn't know how offensive it was. I'm not usually bothered by these overhyped racism things but what Garcia said was bad. After all Tiger has achieved in the game, for Garcia to not see past the colour of his skin is terrible. What a complete c*nt.
rallyboy Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 I'm sure Garcia didn't deliberately make a slave trade reference just to try and annoy an opponent. It's not like he comes from a country with a horrific recent history of racism where fans shout monkey chants at England players, or motorsport fans black-up at F1. I expect the chicken stuff was merely banter - the same as when fans hiss at Spurs games, it's only a funny little noise. People need to be less sensitive.
Batman Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 On the subject of racism I am surprised to see not one polictician or any of the media describe yesterday's events as a racist attack. I'm sure they would have if it was two white blokes on a black bloke. Yep
notnowcato Posted 23 May, 2013 Author Posted 23 May, 2013 Thanks to those who have lessened my ignorance with regards to the fried chicken association. I do find it difficult to Square why Tiger wanted fried chicken as his champion meal. In my ignorance I thought Garcia was mocking Tiger for his poor choice of menu.
Turkish Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Thanks to those who have lessened my ignorance with regards to the fried chicken association. I do find it difficult to Square why Tiger wanted fried chicken as his champion meal. In my ignorance I thought Garcia was mocking Tiger for his poor choice of menu. Isn't it just as well there was all this hysteria about it then!
notnowcato Posted 23 May, 2013 Author Posted 23 May, 2013 On the subject of racism I am surprised to see not one polictician or any of the media describe yesterday's events as a racist attack. I'm sure they would have if it was two white blokes on a black bloke. Terror trumps race. I don't condone the action but I do have some sympathy for the perpetrators.
The Majestic Channon Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 On the subject of racism I am surprised to see not one polictician or any of the media describe yesterday's events as a racist attack. I'm sure they would have if it was two white blokes on a black bloke. Of course you are so right, but shhhh..this thread might get closed too
View From The Top Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 On the subject of racism I am surprised to see not one polictician or any of the media describe yesterday's events as a racist attack. I'm sure they would have if it was two white blokes on a black bloke. Because it wasn't a racist attack, it was a terrorist attack. They killed the lad because he was a soldier, not because he was white.
The Majestic Channon Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Because it wasn't a racist attack, it was a terrorist attack. They killed the lad because he was a soldier, not because he was white. Of course, obviously..but the point is , rolls reversed it's always racially motivated according to so many.
Hamilton Saint Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 On the subject of racism I am surprised to see not one polictician or any of the media describe yesterday's events as a racist attack. I'm sure they would have if it was two white blokes on a black bloke. Silly comment. The soldier wasn't attacked because he was white - it wasn't a random, racist attack - he was attacked because he was a soldier. The killers made political comments and references to conflicts overseas. The evidence strongly suggests it was an act of terror. Nothing to do with racism.
Turkish Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Silly comment. The soldier wasn't attacked because he was white - it wasn't a random, racist attack - he was attacked because he was a soldier. The killers made political comments and references to conflicts overseas. The evidence strongly suggests it was an act of terror. Nothing to do with racism. Not really, majestic Channon beat me to it.
Turkish Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Oh well,i got your point turkish Still at least this confirms that the EDL weren't being racist last night, as they were protesting against the actions of Islamic extremists, not anyone who isn't English, so everyone can't jump off that bandwagon.
um pahars Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Still at least this confirms that the EDL weren't being racist last night, as they were protesting against the actions of Islamic extremists, not anyone who isn't English, so everyone can't jump off that bandwagon. There has been much conjecture and discussion on this point as many feel that Islamophbian is indeed not racist, as by its very nature Islam is not restricted to any one particular "race". I'm pretty sure that any attack/threat etc would in the eyes of the CPS be classed as a religious incident and not a racist one (and I certainly wouldn't put one above the other in terms of seriousness). As for why this hasn't been classed as a racist attack, the others have already clearly explained the reasons for that.
Saint in Paradise Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 As some on here say that fried chicken is so very offensive to some Americans can they also explain why there are so many fried chicken outlets in America? Surely they should have been burned down or just closed if they are that bad? Oh yes and I get really offended when someone plays the race card over a stupid comment made by a non native.
Sour Mash Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Terror trumps race. I don't condone the action but I do have some sympathy for the perpetrators. Terrible attempt at trolling. You didn't get one bite.
Batman Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 YouTube the bbc interview with asghar bukhari He is a Muslim saying things certain people don't want to hear about other Muslims
Sour Mash Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Because it wasn't a racist attack, it was a terrorist attack. They killed the lad because he was a soldier, not because he was white. We'll obviously never know, but I doubt they'd have done this to a black soldier.
derry Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 As some on here say that fried chicken is so very offensive to some Americans can they also explain why there are so many fried chicken outlets in America? Surely they should have been burned down or just closed if they are that bad? Oh yes and I get really offended when someone plays the race card over a stupid comment made by a non native. I suppose we'll have to pick up McDonalds (I'm not being anti Scottish) (I just don't like the cardboard crap and stale buns) instead of Kentucky Fried Chicken on the way back home from SMS. Woods is a hardass, as far as I am concerned he is grabbing the chance to put a vicious boot into Garcia. I just hope he never beats Jack's record.
Saint Billy Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 I suppose we'll have to pick up McDonalds (I'm not being anti Scottish) (I just don't like the cardboard crap and stale buns) instead of Kentucky Fried Chicken on the way back home from SMS. Woods is a hardass, as far as I am concerned he is grabbing the chance to put a vicious boot into Garcia. I just hope he never beats Jack's record. Here here, after recently marking his score card incorrectly and then unsportsmen like behaviour when playing Garcia he is probably trying to deflect attention and what better than the race issue.
um pahars Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 As some on here say that fried chicken is so very offensive to some Americans can they also explain why there are so many fried chicken outlets in America? Surely they should have been burned down or just closed if they are that bad? Oh yes and I get really offended when someone plays the race card over a stupid comment made by a non native. So by your logic we should consider stopping the selling of bananas as they too can be used as a racist slur. It's not the item itself, instead like a watermelon and Kool Aid, its the context and how it is phrased.
derry Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Here here, after recently marking his score card incorrectly and then unsportsmen like behaviour when playing Garcia he is probably trying to deflect attention and what better than the race issue. Lots of integrity too, treated his wife well didn't he? Jack has never put a foot wrong, along with Arnie and Gary is a legend. Woods isn't fit to lick their boots. He might be a top golfer but he's a top arsehole as well. There is no way I'd want him to represent the game of golf. Faldo got it right.
View From The Top Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 We'll obviously never know, but I doubt they'd have done this to a black soldier. You are aware, I assume of the failed plots, to kill a black soldier and a Muslim solider in Brum? They perpetrators are doing long terms in Belmarsh.
um pahars Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 We'll obviously never know, but I doubt they'd have done this to a black soldier. Really? Previous attacks in the UK and the USA have shown no particular discrimation with regards race (or even religion). You only have to look at the victims of the 7/7 bombings to see how indiscriminate these attacks are.
notnowcato Posted 23 May, 2013 Author Posted 23 May, 2013 Terrible attempt at trolling. You didn't get one bite. You are quite a sad individual.
derry Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 So by your logic we should consider stopping the selling of bananas as they too can be used as a racist slur. It's not the item itself, instead like a watermelon and Kool Aid, its the context and how it is phrased. Agreed but in this case Woods is a real hard ass with a thick skin from California not the South. He has just maliciously screwed Garcia. At least Garcia isn't a cheat.
Badger Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 I think Johnny Cash included a lyric about the smell of fried chicken. Perhaps his records should be banned.
Dig Dig Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 This thread will soon be locked so we'll have to continue this another time when there is another racist incident in the news and the usual suspects will pretend that they don't get why it's racist.
anothersaintinsouthsea Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 All of you d1ckheads that can't seem to grasp that African-Americans find "jokes" about fried chicken offensive should spend some time in the US and see how your humour goes down. You can also try throwing bananas at black people in the street in case they're hungry and jokingly call any Asians you meet "paki". These threads crop up now and again. No matter that millions of Americans find such a remark offensive and millions more who are aware of its significance, you will find several poster who maintain that they know better. It would be less tiresome if people would just admit they were a bit racist and found remarks to be perfectly accepTable rather than go on a boring meandering journey of feigning ignorance and offering lame comparisons "would it be racist if I mentioned paella to a Spaniard" etc etc.
scotty Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Why is eating lots of fried chicken a slur? How do you make an offensive joke about eating fried chicken? By that logic it ought to be perfectly ok to throw bananas at black players. Nothing racist about it, they'd probably enjoy them.
Turkish Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 All of you d1ckheads that can't seem to grasp that African-Americans find "jokes" about fried chicken offensive should spend some time in the US and see how your humour goes down. You can also try throwing bananas at black people in the street in case they're hungry and jokingly call any Asians you meet "paki". These threads crop up now and again. No matter that millions of Americans find such a remark offensive and millions more who are aware of its significance, you will find several poster who maintain that they know better. It would be less tiresome if people would just admit they were a bit racist and found remarks to be perfectly accepTable rather than go on a boring meandering journey of feigning ignorance and offering lame comparisons "would it be racist if I mentioned paella to a Spaniard" etc etc. Wasn't Paella one of the staple meals for poor spaniards during Francos dictatorship? I hope you never share your ignorant views with any spaniards who lost loved ones during the civil war there.
Sour Mash Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 By that logic it ought to be perfectly ok to throw bananas at black players. Nothing racist about it, they'd probably enjoy them. So suggesting people eat a certain type of chicken is the same as chucking missiles at footballers? Very strange logic.
Sour Mash Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Wasn't Paella one of the staple meals for poor spaniards during Francos dictatorship? I hope you never share your ignorant views with any spaniards who lost loved ones during the civil war there. What about all those that refer to the French as "Cheese Eating Surrender Monkeys"? A horrible reference to a very dark time in french history and a phrase that must bring suffering to french people daily.
Tokyo-Saint Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 What about all those that refer to the French as "Cheese Eating Surrender Monkeys"? A horrible reference to a very dark time in french history and a phrase that must bring suffering to french people daily. Don't worry they give up on it easily.
anothersaintinsouthsea Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 Wasn't Paella one of the staple meals for poor spaniards during Francos dictatorship? I hope you never share your ignorant views with any spaniards who lost loved ones during the civil war there. Yep, you're one of those "little bit racist" c
Hamilton Saint Posted 23 May, 2013 Posted 23 May, 2013 All of you d1ckheads that can't seem to grasp that African-Americans find "jokes" about fried chicken offensive should spend some time in the US and see how your humour goes down. You can also try throwing bananas at black people in the street in case they're hungry and jokingly call any Asians you meet "paki". These threads crop up now and again. No matter that millions of Americans find such a remark offensive and millions more who are aware of its significance, you will find several poster who maintain that they know better. It would be less tiresome if people would just admit they were a bit racist and found remarks to be perfectly accepTable rather than go on a boring meandering journey of feigning ignorance and offering lame comparisons "would it be racist if I mentioned paella to a Spaniard" etc etc. Precisely. And using "political correctness gone mad" as their prime rationale.
JRM Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 haha boo hoo people taking offense on behalf of others always makes me laugh. you can't say that Turkish ! somebody, somewhere, might be offended!
Lord Duckhunter Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 I think Johnny Cash included a lyric about the smell of fried chicken. Perhaps his records should be banned. It was Kris Kristofferson, if you're going to troll you should get your facts right.
trousers Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 http://www.elyrics.net/read/q/queen-lyrics/one-vision-lyrics.html
Sour Mash Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 So how come the 'Bo Selecta' TV series was allowed to run for so long?
Batman Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 If there ever was a time to stop these hate preachers from speaking and even kick them out, then it is now.
Turkish Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 (edited) Yep, you're one of those "little bit racist" c 'One of those little bit racist c-nts'? - Please explain. Don't get upset because your dismissal of paella as a racist slur is incorrect and you would offend the working class in Spain. You'll be inviting Italians round for a slice of pizza next, be careful what side of the table you put them though, they are bound to want to change sides half way through the meal FFS (you would think) Are you one of those pathetic, Lilly livered liberals who is always offended for someone else and leaping to scream racism/homophobia/sexism at every opportunity c*nts? I think you are..... Edited 24 May, 2013 by Turkish
Tokyo-Saint Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 So how come the 'Bo Selecta' TV series was allowed to run for so long? Or 'in sickness and in health'? Come on explain that? No one has ever thought that was racist have they?
Sour Mash Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 Or 'in sickness and in health'? Come on explain that? No one has ever thought that was racist have they? Plenty of complaints about that over the years as you well know. No-one had any complaints about Bo Selecta and his Southern Fried Chicken.
Dig Dig Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 If there ever was a time to stop these hate preachers from speaking and even kick them out, then it is now. Southern Fried Chicken hate preachers? Who are you talking about Jamie?
Tokyo-Saint Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 (edited) Southern Fried Chicken hate preachers? Who are you talking about Jamie? Don't play dumb dig dog! We all know their agenda and who they are really working for. Edited 24 May, 2013 by Tokyo-Saint
anothersaintinsouthsea Posted 24 May, 2013 Posted 24 May, 2013 'One of those little bit racist c-nts'? - Please explain. Don't get upset because your dismissal of paella as a racist slur is incorrect and you would offend the working class in Spain. You'll be inviting Italians round for a slice of pizza next, be careful what side of the table you put them though, they are bound to want to change sides half way through the meal FFS (you would think) Are you one of those pathetic, Lilly livered liberals who is always offended for someone else and leaping to scream racism/homophobia/sexism at every opportunity c*nts? I think you are..... Please don't tell me that as well as being a "little bit racist" c;nt that you're also a "get wound up by PC c;nts" c;nt? I'm not at all offended by Fried Chicken comments, just pointing out why some people would get offended. If you can find any references on the internet to Paella or Pizza being well known racist slurs against Spaniards or Italians then I'll happily take it back. None of you "little bit racist" c;nts on here would dream of cracking a fried chicken gag to a black American bloke, that speaks volumes.
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