Paula Deen's contract will not be renewed.

[barkleylove]

I'd like to see a lie detector test given to every person in the media and entertainment industry who is blowing this thing out of proportion. I bet if they were asked if they ever used a derogatory term some time in their lives, most would fail. I'm certainly not condoning what Paula Dean said, I hate the word, but I think the treatment she is receiving is just too extreme. All she is guilty of is using bad judgment and that's something we are all guilty of in one way or another. It seems as if the media just can't let things go until they have totally destroyed a person. That's sad.

[MauiGirl]

Originally Posted by barkleylove

I'd like to see a lie detector test given to every person in the media and entertainment industry who is blowing this thing out of proportion. I bet if they were asked if they ever used a derogatory term some time in their lives, most would fail. I'm certainly not condoning what Paula Dean said, I hate the word, but I think the treatment she is receiving is just too extreme. All she is guilty of is using bad judgment and that's something we are all guilty of in one way or another. It seems as if the media just can't let things go until they have totally destroyed a person. That's sad.

I agree completely. Even the African Americans are being more forgiving of her than her business associates, and it just keeps getting worse. It is like a domino effect, one falls, then on and on. This is way too extreme.

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

If the n word is so offensive why do black people call each other that? Why do they listen to music that has the word in it many times?

Not all. I personally don't know any Black Americans who use that despicable word.

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

Not all. I personally don't know any Black Americans who use that despicable word.

Not all no but a lot and mostly younger under 30 years old.

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

Not all no but a lot and mostly younger under 30 years old.

It depends a lot on the environment, of which you are a product. It is a shame to hear it in music, or casual conversation.

[brezofleur]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

It depends a lot on the environment, of which you are a product. It is a shame to hear it in music, or casual conversation.

So I've heard Target and Sears(?) are pulling her merchandise. But I doubt they'll be pulling the CDs and movies that use any type of derogatory word, not just the "n" one.

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by brezofleur

So I've heard Target and Sears(?) are pulling her merchandise. But I doubt they'll be pulling the CDs and movies that use any type of derogatory word, not just the "n" one.

Very true maybe we all should write them

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

It depends a lot on the environment, of which you are a product. It is a shame to hear it in music, or casual conversation.

Very true. It makes me cringe so does the f word.

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by brezofleur

So I've heard Target and Sears(?) are pulling her merchandise. But I doubt they'll be pulling the CDs and movies that use any type of derogatory word, not just the "n" one.

Maybe this case will set the standard! That would be great! fair is fair!

[yorkietalkjilly]

Originally Posted by brezofleur

So I've heard Target and Sears(?) are pulling her merchandise. But I doubt they'll be pulling the CDs and movies that use any type of derogatory word, not just the "n" one.

I sure wish entertainers, producers, bankers and sponsors of profane movies, DVD's and CD's would be held to the same standards that an individual such as Paula Deen is when speaking in private or public. Perhaps it is time our entertainment industry takes some real responsibility for helping to foster an environment where people feel comfortable using and accepting profanity and vulgarity. Yet the people in the entertainment industry only say they are mirroring what takes place in society and it's not their job to clean "us" up. I guess when we stop buying their songs, books and movies and going to concerts full of profanity, entertainers will stop it.

[brezofleur]

Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

I sure wish entertainers, producers, bankers and sponsors of profane movies, DVD's and CD's would be held to the same standards that an individual such as Paula Deen is when speaking in private or public. Perhaps it is time our entertainment industry takes some real responsibility for helping to foster an environment where people feel comfortable using and accepting profanity and vulgarity. Yet the people in the entertainment industry only say they are mirroring what takes place in society and it's not their job to clean "us" up. I guess when we stop buying their songs, books and movies and going to concerts full of profanity, entertainers will stop it.

And if THAT is the case, then why was it so bad when people say it? If it's just reinforced through society, both in the private and public spectrums, why is there still so much negativity on this awful word and others?

It's stupid, IMO. It's ok for rappers and singers (individuals) to express themselves in their music, as do writers of TV shows and movies, but it's NOT ok for someone to say something in everyday speech. Entertainment = OK and anything goes, everyday life = not OK with strict PC.

Hate these double standards. And to be honest, if it was a man who said it, it wouldn't have gotten this far.

[spiritwings1202]

Originally Posted by barkleylove

I'd like to see a lie detector test given to every person in the media and entertainment industry who is blowing this thing out of proportion. I bet if they were asked if they ever used a derogatory term some time in their lives, most would fail. I'm certainly not condoning what Paula Dean said, I hate the word, but I think the treatment she is receiving is just too extreme. All she is guilty of is using bad judgment and that's something we are all guilty of in one way or another. It seems as if the media just can't let things go until they have totally destroyed a person. That's sad.

I agree!! We all have said something in our past we wished we could take back or are not proud of.

[McheleM]

Originally Posted by Lil Sis

We and I do not use the "N" word. I will say in my grandma's time she used the word "colored" in the same way I would say "African American or perhaps black"-- with the people I have met as an adult and with travel bigots are not exclusive to the south.

My grandparents and in laws don't use the N word. They used NEGRO, which is what they called them. My grandpa called them colored, or darkies. (not saying its right, just stating what word he used). I have never heard any of my elders, who are all southern, use the N word!

And no one is perfect. We have all done stupid stuff in our lives- things we wish we could take back or undo.

She got caught and now has to live with the consequences of her action.

[McheleM]

Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

You're half right. Food doesn't cause type one diabetes, that's genetic. However, type 2 diabetes IS caused by the bad fatty food we eat. I wish I was at home so I can dig up my health book and notes to quote from. Edited to add, I know a lot of thin people who have type two diabetes.

No, type 2 diabetes is caused from the body not being able to produce enough insulin to control the sugar. Being overweight and lack of exercise help it along. Fatty foods do not CAUSE diabetes, but they contribute to it. (not everyone who is overweight eats fatty disgusting foods).

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by McheleM

My grandparents and in laws don't use the N word. They used NEGRO, which is what they called them. My grandpa called them colored, or darkies. (not saying its right, just stating what word he used). I have never heard any of my elders, who are all southern, use the N word!

And no one is perfect. We have all done stupid stuff in our lives- things we wish we could take back or undo.

She got caught and now has to live with the consequences of her action.

When your elders used "negro, colored, or darkies" that was ignorance, and unfortunately a sign of the times. When you used "them", that was disturbing. Those three lables equal the "N" word." I'm off this thread!!!!!!!