CJ28 Doesn't like COPS. Says "It's hard being young, black and rich"

[hooskins]

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[Jontrem]

I normally don't make comments on racial issues because to some extent it is similar to arguing about Religion or Politics...you are never going to change peoples minds. However I just wanted to point out that this discussion has been handled pretty well by everyone, very few useless accusations thrown around and no slurs that I read. Sadly race will always be seen as an issue in this country, though I agree that it is probably more about economics at this point.

I am lucky enough to that my fiance makes very good money (she makes a good amount more than I do) so we bought a house in an affluent neighborhood. My neighbor is African-American (like lived in South Africa until he was a teen) and he and I quickly became good friends because we have common interests, go to the same restaurants read the same books and watch the same movies. If you replaced him with a white guy from a 'hood I doubt I would have anything to talk to him about and hence we wouldn't be friends.

[GhettoDogAllStars]

As SS33 alluded to, many a non-black, non-wealthy person has been profiled/prejudged and you never hear a peep about it. The truth is, it makes people feel good when they see themselves as the victim who has all odds stacked against them and they still come out on top. Whether that's actually the case or not, it makes people feel good to believe it.

[tjmorgan]

And if they found something and the police were right, would you still be saying "f the police". Profiling is used because it works. I know we are in 2011 and racism is horrible, but police use the tools they know work. What if profiling stopped a shootout in your neighborhood, would you be complaining then?

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by tjmorgan

And if they found something and the police were right, would you still be saying "f the police". Profiling is used because it works. I know we are in 2011 and racism is horrible, but police use the tools they know work. What if profiling stopped a shootout in your neighborhood, would you be complaining then?

It is? I must be hanging with the wrong people.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by tjmorgan

And if they found something and the police were right, would you still be saying "f the police". Profiling is used because it works. I know we are in 2011 and racism is horrible, but police use the tools they know work. What if profiling stopped a shootout in your neighborhood, would you be complaining then?

it worked this time, right?

if this was the 'tip' to investigate criminal activity, the police shoulda said thanks for the tip and just kept it moving:

"the Orlando Police Department got an anonymous "non-specific" tip about high-end cars entering and exiting Johnson's condo complex yesterday afternoon"

I dont think that warrents an investigation...

[firstdown]

To be honest if I had a neighbor of any color that had cars always coming and going first thing I'd guess would be drug dealing or some other illegal activity.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by firstdown

To be honest if I had a neighbor of any color that had cars always coming and going first thing I'd guess would be drug dealing or some other illegal activity.

So your admitting that you are somewhat racist?

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

So your admitting that you are somewhat racist?

Jesus Christ. Reading is fundamental, people.

He said, "If I had a neighbor of any color..."

Meaning white, black, asian, whatever. So race ISN'T the issue for him, it's the fact that there's a parade of people to and from the residence that makes him suspicious.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

Jesus Christ. Reading is fundamental, people.

He said, "If I had a neighbor of any color..."

Meaning white, black, asian, whatever. So race ISN'T the issue for him, it's the fact that there's a parade of people to and from the residence that makes him suspicious.

Now assuming ANY color be it black, white, red, blue or fusion green is up to no good based on some cars being there is ignorant and racist

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

Now assuming ANY color be it black, white, red, blue or fusion green is up to no good based on some cars being there is ignorant and racist

You have changed what I said. I said

To be honest if I had a neighbor of any color that had cars always coming and going first thing I'd guess would be drug dealing or some other illegal activity.

That's one of the first signs of someone dealing drugs. Not always true but if your neighbor has cars coming and going all day and night I'd take the bet they are dealing drugs.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

Now assuming ANY color be it black, white, red, blue or fusion green is up to no good based on some cars being there is ignorant and racist

When you first arrived on this site I figured eh, young kid, I'll let him slide. But you apparently haven't gotten any smarter as you've aged.

Go back and re-read. Do not address me again until you've read it over at least 100 times.

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

So your admitting that you are somewhat racist?

What part of any color is racist?

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by firstdown

What part of any color is racist?

Only transparent people are good. People with any color are up to no good.

[Jontrem]

As long as my neighbors are quiet I don't really care to be honest. At my last house, I had a problem with people coming and going late at night and playing loud music, instead of calling the cops I went over and asked them to ask their friends to stay quiet when in the area, problem solved.

As a society we are too afraid to talk to our neighbors about things like that for some reason. Instead we just want to get the cops involved.