Millionaire gameshow just asked black woman how to make a noose!

[Matt 26z]

They had a black woman on and the question was about what you use to make a noose.

If this airs later on the west coast US, someone needs to take a screencap.

[LauraLee]

Something I would like to see. This sounds ruthless!

[sortie]

That's a stupid question period. A noose can be made from a bed sheet;
just ask any prison guard.

[Varius]

Originally Posted by Matt 26z

They had a black woman on and the question was about what you use to make a noose.

If this airs later on the west coast US, someone needs to take a screencap.

I'm not sure I get it ?? It's not like they asked her how to pick cotton....

I wasn't aware hangings were something related to black folk?

[L-Pink]

Originally Posted by Varius

I'm not sure I get it ?? It's not like they asked her how to pick cotton....

I wasn't aware hangings were something related to black folk?

PC hysteria, a silly US thing.

[Burnt Bacon]

Originally Posted by L-Pink

PC hysteria, a silly US thing.

Well, lets be fair, there is a modest history behind the whole thing. :p

[L-Pink]

Originally Posted by Burnt Bacon

Well, lets be fair, there is a modest history behind the whole thing. :p

I'll give you that .......

[G-Rotica]

Originally Posted by Burnt Bacon

Well, lets be fair, there is a modest history behind the whole thing. :p

They also hung horse thieves. So what? Blacks just need to get over this shit. If it didn't happen to you or someone you know, then let it go already.

[kmanrox]

what was the look on her face and the host? lol priceless i bet

[baddog]

Originally Posted by kmanrox

what was the look on her face and the host? lol priceless i bet

Did you get my email?

[Varius]

Originally Posted by G-Rotica

They also hung horse thieves. So what? Blacks just need to get over this shit. If it didn't happen to you or someone you know, then let it go already.

This is what I meant...I've heard of all kinds of people in history being hung, I didn't ever hear of it being solely black people or even majority black.

[pornguy]

Originally Posted by Burnt Bacon

Well, lets be fair, there is a modest history behind the whole thing. :p

As many whites as blacks have been hung over the years.

[sortie]

Here are some facts about lynchings :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynchings

[BVF]

Originally Posted by G-Rotica

They also hung horse thieves. So what? Blacks just need to get over this shit. If it didn't happen to you or someone you know, then let it go already.

idiot....

Originally Posted by Varius

This is what I meant...I've heard of all kinds of people in history being hung, I didn't ever hear of it being solely black people or even majority black.

Yet ANOTHER idiot

[sumphatpimp]

knot tying is an important skill

[sumphatpimp]

knot tying is an important skill

[dav3]

Jeez, good thing they didn't ask an Iraqi that question.

[Varius]

Originally Posted by BVF

idiot....



Yet ANOTHER idiot

Am I the only one finding it ironic that the one who calls us idiots in this case (without explanation, of course) is making a profit off helping perpetuate futher stereotypes such as 'Ghetto Hoes' ?

I am sure the black community appreciates your support.

[Pleasurepays]

Originally Posted by G-Rotica

They also hung horse thieves. So what? Blacks just need to get over this shit. If it didn't happen to you or someone you know, then let it go already.

well.. i would guess that was a little less arbitrary than people finding blacks and hanging them from trees for no real reason.

[xmas13]

Originally Posted by Varius

I am sure the black community appreciates your support.

Do what i say, not what i do.

[Burnt Bacon]

The symbol of lynching (or a noose) transcends the actual act, in America. It's a symbol of oppression that transcends the very fabric of that country -- from its foundation to modern-day life. Every ethnic group (like every person) has subjects that they hold in close contempt, and most people strike out when theirs is hit.

Whether or not it would be beneficial to just get over it, it's not going to happen and should be treated as such, Positive interaction over demanding people just ignore their heritage will make the subject fade into history much more effectively.

[Varius]

Originally Posted by Burnt Bacon

The symbol of lynching (or a noose) transcends the actual act, in America. It's a symbol of oppression that transcends the very fabric of that country -- from its foundation to modern-day life. Every ethnic group (like every person) has subjects that they hold in close contempt, and most people strike out when theirs is hit.

Whether or not it would be beneficial to just get over it, it's not going to happen and should be treated as such, Positive interaction over demanding people just ignore their heritage will make the subject fade into history much more effectively.

Lynching though is a very broad term, it can cover everything from stoning people to burning them etc...

A noose typically is strictly for hanging. I don't see why it should be the symbol (though, I can see the point of this thread a little better now if you are associating it as such).

[xmas13]

Originally Posted by Burnt Bacon

Positive interaction over demanding people just ignore their heritage will make the subject fade into history much more effectively.

Positive interaction?

[Pleasurepays]

Originally Posted by Varius

Lynching though is a very broad term, it can cover everything from stoning people to burning them etc...

A noose typically is strictly for hanging. I don't see why it should be the symbol (though, I can see the point of this thread a little better now if you are associating it as such).

i dont know where you are from but in the US "Lynching" has a pretty specific meaning in terms of how its used. basically means a mob hanging someone outside the justice system.

its not a question of someone making some bizarre association, its a question of common usage and historical context