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Originally posted by AKA_Monet
And we have a widening gap between the haves and the have-nots...
Like we stated in topics long ago about Cosby's comments, I know for a fact, Cosby gave that money to Spelman for hush money 'cuz his daughter did some questionable thangs--like sniffed drugs, etc. Cosby has ghosts in his closet, so he ought not be one to speak on the ills of the AfAm community in the way he does no matter how qualified unless he plans on a major re-building effort costing trillions... Like a UN mini-government... Cosby ain't got that kinna cashflow...
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I agree that there is a problem between the haves and have-nots and that for many individuals who are from the have-nots that it probably appears to be condescending to have Mr. Cosby constantly speaking to them about what they need to do, when they don't feel that he can relate. And I used to have problems with the comments he made, because I felt that due to his alleged behavior with other women, he did not have the right to tell other people what they needed to do to clean up their lives, when his seemed to be in just as much trouble. Yet, one thing I think everyone forgets is that we are all human. I do not know if you will find anyone who does not have some type of skeletons in their closet, including MLK Jr. I think that the expectations that we put on our black leaders are a certain level of perfection, where they can be placed upon a pedestal. I think we feel in order for someone to have that right, they must have walked in those shoes AND give back in a specific way. I have problems with some of the comments that Mr. Cosby has said, but if nothing else, I appreciate that he is sparking emotions and dialogue where something may actually be done as a result of that. I also appreciate his and his wife's financial donations - regardless of the reason, because it is still a step towards solving the problem.