NOT an Opinion (Edited)

[courtney]

*This journal has been edited in order "un"-highlight the incident that made this message necessary. Although I do not agree with deleting another person's comments strictly on the grounds of opposing views, I thought it prudent to erase the opening paragraph and all responses that specifically addressed the details of this incident (both positive and negative) in order bring more attention and awareness the the greater issue at hand. I truly apologize if one of the erased comments belonged to you and hope that you understand the reasons behind my actions. And despite the opinion otherwise, this IS a parenting issue an it affects each and every one of us. There is no hope for a better world for our children if we refuse to see what it is going on outside of our own personal little bubbles.

 

 

 

 

Racism is not an opinion.

 

It is a disease. A disease that infests this society on every imaginable level and clouds every aspect of life.  Racism is hate.

 

Hatred is not funny.

 

It is not something to be applauded and celebrated. It should not be used to convey a point or garner attention or increase popularity. It cannot be defended under any circumstance or excused for any reason. And those who try to do so are but greater fools in this grand design.

 

As a mother and a teacher and a human, I cannot sit back and ignore this issue any longer. I cannot allow others, be they friend, foe, brother or sister, to perpetuate this evil- this disease. I cannot allow for my children to grow up and face such a terrible and cruel world with no true hope for acceptance and peace.

 

Neither can you.

 

My voice may be but a small inconsequential sound in the background of this grand theater, but I will gladly scream my throat raw in order to be heard. I will always speak out against such atrocity.

 

I can only hope that you’ll be standing next to me doing the same.

 

[treesx4]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:27 PM   

[aidansmom2006]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:27 PM I agree. 

[NYCMom]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:27 PM *Standing next to Courtney*

[QuirkyScorpion]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:29 PM Amen, girlfriend.  Great Post.

[ksbondgirl]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:29 PM I'm there!

[klpzack]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:29 PM

Right there with you mama!!!

People need to pay attention and educate themselves before opening their mouths!

If you were to remove yourself, I'm sure this site would be boycotted by many!!

Go on with your bad self!!

[super_mommy4]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:30 PM wow....who in the world is still that ignorant?  i don't know where this is stemming from, but good for you for speaking out.

[Dreamstorm1220]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:32 PM  Well said.

[qwietpleez]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:35 PM Thank God I missed this one! Wow . . . Well, I APPLAUD you for standing up and shouting out! I don't even think I'm going to go back and try and figure this one out. From the sounds of it I KNOW I would be offended!

[fiestymom]

Feb. 9, 2007 at 4:36 PM Brava!!