where the SmartPower generation connects
May 14, 2013

It should come as no surprise that the comments on this one are fairly true to whom the media outlet caters.  We selected a "liberal" one, a "conservative" one and one that targets Black women.  Clearly, we are not in a post-racial society but rather one that is examining race.  But make no mistake, this issue is really about power. As we watch the plurality of our nation widen, fears abound, issues come up, and tug-of-wars are had.  What's so important here is how statements will be made so that people can actually hear the concern and have intelligent discussion around them.  A journalist should probably no better than phrasing is everything, but this also might be why so many of the commenters - whether pro or against - labeled her docs as more or less fluff.  Depth of context and logic will play key roles as the race discussion heats up.  Only those who really make sense will be heard in the SmartPower era given that it is one that demands more complete show of thought than in previous time. In the meantime, wonder if Soledad will end up with a cushy job at Harvard now that the CNN gig is over.  Inquiring minds want to know!

Much chatter on race today after Soledad O'Brien comes clean on her thoughts about feedback to her past "Black In America" documentary series on CNN.  Seems that during a talk given by her at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, she says that many Caucasians have told her that the series is divisive.  Her response?   "I was like, again, 'OK, white person, this is a conversation you clearly are uncomfortable with, and I have no problem seeing race, and I think we should talk about race."  This statement alone has touched a nerve in the comment arena.  Oh, they have no problem talking about race there.  Let's see just a snapshot of what they have to say about this news item.

What Others Are Saying...

She's saying everything that most of us have known for years. Until white folks can stop saying we're pulling a card..., conversations like this will continue. The world is very different if you are BLACK IN AMERICA or any other minority, you'll never understand. The things we face, you will never get because you choose not to have that dialogue.(RESPONSE)I choose to NOT have the dialogue with an opportunist white-skinned woman parading as Aunt Jemima...


Source: www.huffingtonpost.com

I’m sorry, Ms. O'brien, but there is a problem with your Race Card®. It’s been declined. It's badly overdrawn. Perhaps you could actually try to make a relevant argument instead...


Source: www.washingtonexaminer.com

She's saying everything that most of us have known for years. Until white folks can stop saying we're pulling a card..., conversations like this will continue. The world is very different if you are BLACK IN AMERICA or any other minority, you'll never understand. The things we face, you will never get because you choose not to have that dialogue.(RESPONSE)I choose to NOT have the dialogue with an opportunist white-skinned woman parading as Aunt Jemima...


Source: www.huffingtonpost.com
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