Allegations of racism at KKG fundraiser.

[flowerchild241]

I guess this really depends on where you a from. I am aware that nationally there is a major disparity in the arrest rates / prison sentences of african americans/minorities to whites but where I'm from that isn't the case. I grew up in a planned? City I guess where the intent when building it was to mix people of different races and socioeconomic backgrounds. They put mansions, moderately priced single family homes, and low income housing all not to far from each other. And then by having school systems set up by district you get everyone to mingle.

Basically my point is most people where I'm from wouldn't be offended by this if it took place at our school just because of how everyone grew up. It just depends on who you ask and what their take on things is.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by als463

The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) has sponsored "Jail and Bail" events to raise money for their cause. Is that offensive?

I wonder if in this instance, potentially insensitive is closer to the mark than offensive.

[33girl]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

I wonder if in this instance, potentially insensitive is closer to the mark than offensive.

I think "Jail & Flail" would be way more insensitive.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by 33girl

I think "Jail & Flail" would be way more insensitive.

Way more! But I wasn't clear—by "this instance," I meant the instance in the OP. Sorry.

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by flowerchild241

I guess this really depends on where you a from. I am aware that nationally there is a major disparity in the arrest rates / prison sentences of african americans/minorities to whites but where I'm from that isn't the case. I grew up in a planned? City I guess where the intent when building it was to mix people of different races and socioeconomic backgrounds. They put mansions, moderately priced single family homes, and low income housing all not to far from each other. And then by having school systems set up by district you get everyone to mingle.

Basically my point is most people where I'm from wouldn't be offended by this if it took place at our school just because of how everyone grew up. It just depends on who you ask and what their take on things is.

Even "planned cities" (all cities are "planned" but I know what you mean) have these issues. The issues are just more hidden.

[DeltaBetaBaby]

Originally Posted by flowerchild241

I guess this really depends on where you a from. I am aware that nationally there is a major disparity in the arrest rates / prison sentences of african americans/minorities to whites but where I'm from that isn't the case.

Where are you from?