Anytime a person with browner/dark skin shares their experiences:
Them: "I was picked on for being light, or being mixed, or having long hair."
Also, regardless of complexion, you have people going:
"I was picked on for being smart, or talking proper. I was told I act white and talk white."
Me: Shut the hell up.
It's one thing for people to have those experiences, but those experiences do not give people the right to apply negative labels to Black culture and Black people. You know for sure, if you're around enough people of other races, you'll come across mean people and bullies in every race, not just Black.
But people's public anger only shows towards Black people. They forgive the white/Asian/Latin bullies. And people certainly don't say "Asian/white/Latin people called me this or that so I prefer to date or marry Black people."
I remember when I first started seeing those whiney ass comments on social media, I thought it was just a few people but then it just kept going on and on and on, more and more whiney people responding to a meme or to someone else's status, they come in triggered with pitch forks and fires in the comment sections to add their sob stories about how other Black people mistreated them.
Me: Shut the hell up.
If a meme, reel, or some other lowly form of communication like a social media status makes you start pulling up all these "Black people were mean to me" stories, the 1st problem is the negative, toxic setting in which you are triggered. (Social media)
If you're that hurt then get your ass off social media and the Internet.
Social media has never been the place for effective communication, debating, and not even for simple discussion. So the fact that people use social media statuses to dump out their toxins and then, this attracts other toxic people in their comment sections to also share how they are so special because "black people were mean to me."
They need to take that trash and dump it out on the people who hurt them, or keep it private or only on their pathetic friend's list, write in a journal, and take it to therapy.
Truth is, people have no interest in healing when they take to social media platforms to talk their negative crap about other Black people. All they want is attention, likes, cosigns and the ego boost as my therapist explained it.
Because this entire world is set up that way, people already have extremely negative views about Black people, and they only seek out to find and post information that proves to them "See, told you so, I'm right to think this or that about Black people."
Nope, never right.
They want to use their hurt feelings to justify their problems with Black people when the fact is they simply took the lazy, uncivilized way out and chose to believe the world's stereotypes about Black people.
It takes a rare soul to not belief these stereotypes that have been here for thousands of years (starting with everything dark = bad)
People have a personal responsibility to work on their trauma and past experiences, but what most Black people do is get online and use it like a dumping ground on other Black people. This is exactly what other races do, and to see it from Black people was extremely crushing to me.
I was like, "Why are we even protesting and organizing? What are some of us even protesting against?" Who are we protesting, educating, motivating, inspiring, advocating for? A bunch of people who just get online in public spaces and buy into every negative stereotype about Black people?"
They criticize protestors, rioters, women who wear bonnets, women who twerk, hell you name it. They think Black people can't cook healthy, they think Black people don't read or exercise or get married, blah blah blah....
How do these people go through life being Black and looking in the mirror and at photos and seeing a Black person, yet still type the crap they type on their phones?
God I hate these types of people.
They are not worth it. I started to pull back from activism and now I've been all the way pulled out.
Family & Friends are the only ones to advocate for.
Social media filled with "When I was 6 Black folks called me this or that."
As if they weren't also mistreated by some white, Asian, etc. Bullies come in all colors and all shades within those colors.
People only hold on to negative experiences with Black people and then group those negative behaviors as being innate and central to Black culture.
No people on Earth do this when it comes to their negative experiences with other races. All the wars, all the crime, all the horrible violence and everything in the world for centuries...no one ever ties any wars, and I mean, actual wars between nations, no one blames it on the race of the dictators.
Terrible, family home lives is a problem in all races. No other people go, "Well my white household was violent so thus, I don't want to send my kids to a white school or live in a white neighborhood "
When the violent people are Black, then all of a sudden, the wars and violence, become a Black only stereotype, when literally, the entire globe is burning and has always been. There would be some pockets of peace, "fake peace" lol here and there, some dictators or governments or whatever would calm down some but now...it's all on 100.
And still, none of the war victims mention the race of the governments that are destroying them. Their anger stays tied to the actual government or individuals directly harming them. They don't stereotype everyone with the same hair texture, or skin color, or culture or financial situation as whatever government or dictator that is killing them
"Asian people did this to me" "Europeans did this to my country" "Whites did this to my ancestors" "Latins did this to me"
Never!
It sounds so pathetic when you try the same thing with other races because we never hear it!
Humans are stupid as Fk. There's no further explanation at this point.
With very very few exceptions, very few of us on this planet make sure we don't participate in damning Black culture & people in ways you would not do to other groups who also harmed your ass.
Let it all burn. Let everyone get what they deserve in this oh so peaceful, lovely, free world that the only bad people in are Black. Let's see how that works out for y'all...
Since the rest of the races are oh so peaceful, beautiful, innocent, great with money, hardworking, the best parents, have the best marriages, are the best business owners, are naturally fair and equal, nice, smiling angelic and wonderfully created in God's image; how's it all working out for the world?
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"acting white" is about white people being believed to be the only beautiful, innocent, worthy, superior, smart people. (Along with Asians/Brown people). Basically, whiteness is weaponized against Black people only.
Write an essay that shows how schools and the media condition people this way, and thus "acting white" is not about black people being jealous and not valuing education"
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Title: Deconstructing the Myth of "Acting White": Unveiling the Role of Schools and Media in Cultivating Cultural Bias
Introduction:
The notion of "acting white" within black communities has long been a subject of debate and misunderstanding. Often perceived as a rejection of education and academic success, this stereotype masks deeper societal issues rooted in cultural bias and systemic inequalities. Contrary to popular belief, "acting white" is not about black people's envy or disregard for education but rather a reflection of the pervasive influence of white cultural norms perpetuated by schools and media. This essay aims to explore how schools and the media contribute to the overvaluation of white culture, thus shaping perceptions of what is deemed beautiful, innocent, worthy, and superior, ultimately perpetuating the myth of "acting white."
Schools: Reinforcing White Cultural Norms
From an early age, children are exposed to the hegemonic influence of white culture within educational institutions. The curriculum often prioritizes Eurocentric perspectives, relegating the contributions and experiences of marginalized communities, including black Americans, to the margins of history. Textbooks predominantly feature white protagonists and historical figures, while the narratives of black individuals are reduced to mere footnotes, reinforcing the notion of white superiority and centrality.
Moreover, disciplinary practices within schools disproportionately target black students, perpetuating negative stereotypes and perpetuating the idea that black culture is inherently problematic or inferior. The emphasis on conformity to white cultural norms, such as speaking "proper" English or adhering to Eurocentric standards of behavior, further alienates black students and contributes to feelings of inadequacy or self-doubt.
Media: Glamorizing White Beauty Standards and Lifestyles
In addition to schools, the media plays a pivotal role in shaping perceptions of beauty, innocence, and worthiness, often privileging white representations at the expense of diverse cultural identities. Mainstream media outlets predominantly feature white actors, models, and public figures as the epitome of beauty and success, perpetuating narrow standards that exclude and marginalize individuals from non-white backgrounds.
Furthermore, media narratives frequently depict white characters as protagonists in stories of innocence, heroism, and moral virtue, while black characters are often relegated to stereotypical roles as criminals, sidekicks, or comedic relief. This dichotomy reinforces the myth of white superiority and moral purity, subtly influencing viewers to internalize notions of black inferiority and unworthiness.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the myth of "acting white" is not a reflection of black people's jealousy or disdain for education but rather a manifestation of the systemic biases ingrained within schools and media. By overvaluing and overrepresenting white culture as the epitome of beauty, innocence, worthiness, and superiority, these institutions contribute to the marginalization and erasure of black experiences and perspectives.
To combat this pervasive cultural bias, it is imperative to challenge Eurocentric narratives, promote diverse representations, and create inclusive spaces that validate the richness and complexity of all cultural identities. Only through collective efforts to dismantle systemic inequalities can we dispel the myth of "acting white" and create a more equitable and inclusive society for all.
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