How insulting is Colored (vs. African American)

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

Whites tend to respond with this cliche`.

Originally Posted by Senusret I

Whites or idiots?

Originally Posted by DrPhil

Whites.

I think that's more about being unaware and literal than being an idiot.

Originally Posted by Senusret I

I think idiots. I would argue that most whites who have thought about it have figured it out on their own before they make the argument.

Originally Posted by DrPhil

I don't think not making the argument means they've figured it out on their own. I think it means that people think things but don't always say them.

Aw c'mon. Some of us have figured that one out without having to have it explained to us.