Today I was called a racist thing
Just 'cause PC songs I won't sing
I don't judge by colour of skin
Like I don't differ 'tween fat and thin
Just because a man ain't white
Doesn't mean he's not all right
But because he has a darker tan
Doesn't mean I have to like the man
And if he is against my land
Against him I will then stand
If for my country he will show
I'll be beside him through any woe
If it's my country you want to share
Then I'll happily welcome you there
Providing its where really you want to be
And I don't mean purely for the economy
If you live here in our state
Yet wish to follow another's fate
And to our laws you won't adhere
Then to me you're not welcome here
I care not where you were born
Only where your loyalty's worn
So if you feel it elsewhere be
Then go live in that country
I don't believe this a racist makes
For its not the race it takes
In order for me to like or not
Its is he proud of our island plot
This is written about racism in England and how, because of PC, you cannot say anything that may upset anyone of an ethnic origin. I am proud to say that I have numerous friends of all shades but am I a Racist?
Want to review or comment on this poem?
Need a FREE Reader Membership?
Reviews of "Am I a Racist?"
Reviewed by T. Emilie Dybevik (Reader)
Reviewed on July 4, 2003
I agree with you. I have a new neighbor...I came outside and asked them to please be quiet, I had to work in the morning.. I got: "WHY DOES SOMEBODY ALWAYS WANNA HUSH THE BALCK MAN" -- A few days later the bloody bastards jaw dropped in AWE when he saw my son and I rolling around play fighting in the grass.... My daughter is "white", my son is a little bit of everything (native american, black and from me...well a mutt)...the boy has blue eyes (OH I just love him :))....The man tried being friendly with making small talk... I told him... I can't speak to you...I wouldn't want to be hushing THE BLACK MAN. I turned around, walked in side and thought "I would say "kiss my ass" but you just aren't worthy"....HOW DARE HE assume such a thing! Powerful words here. Excellent.
Emilie
Reviewed by Rukiya Faizah (Reader)
Reviewed on February 4, 2003
first to respond to some of your comments:
Political correctness doesn't force you to like somebody because of thier race, what it does is place boundaries on disrespecting someone because of thier race. As human beings, we all deserve to be respected. You don't have to like me because I'm black but I will get the respect that I deserve. And racism is not an illusion, it's very real. Just ask those of us who fall victim to racism everyday of our lives...it's a problem that needs to be eradicated (although I know that's not possible)
Now to comment on your poem and your question:
I think this was nicely written. No, you are not a racist if you don't like someone or have a difference of opinion. Racism comes into play when you use the color of someones skin to stereotype, discriminate, disrespect and dehuman a person.
I also have to say that I agree with what peazie posted in that America is land full of many different cultures and people. Yes, this is your country, but it is also my country, and many others country. So, let me ask you this...when YOU are talking about racism and stating that you are willing to share your country, to whom are you speaking???
Reviewed by peazie
Reviewed on September 21, 2002
this poem does seem racist to me. "if it is my country you want to share" YOUR COUNTRY. no our country.latinos, african american,asians,polynesian,indian and much, much, much more.
Reviewed by Denise Manuel (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2002
What does your heart tell you? I didn't see anything racist here.
Keep Writing!!
Reviewed by Naomi
Reviewed on April 8, 2002
Color should be taken as a way to describe the other person, just the way you would describe them as tall, short, slender or plump...
I don't think you're racist.
Reviewed by Caldwell Phillips (Reader)
Reviewed on March 21, 2002
Write on!!!!
Reviewed by (Reader)
Reviewed on March 20, 2002
we all have bias, i personally hate beets passionately, but to dislike a person because of his race is hideous and it is as ridiculous to assume we should like someone for the same reason, i wish pc could go back to just being my computer.
David.
Excellent statement of fact,you can never
legislate minds,merely educate them operate independent of rhetorical abuse,and to make reasoned judgements based on factual evidence.
The current situation,is a small business persons, nightmare,in the U.K. open to exploitation, by numerous ethic groups.
Pity some of the legistrators, are not better educated in basic commonsense.
starting to feel like strangers in our native land.
What is wrong in being "British". Nothing!
Excellent poem Sir.
Morchuis
Well said !!!Political correctness is an abomination...We are either free or not.. which is it.? I am not racist, but does that mean I have to love everyone no matter who, or what they do ...ridiculous!...
Yankee Doodle Daddy is a historical Appalachian Family Saga. The story follows a mother's reckoning as she struggles to survive and keep her four daughters alive.
Exploring the impact of literary icon Flannery O'Connor's noted legacy on the cultural realities of modern-day America, the world, and a certain author.
Share
Print
Save
Follow
I agree with you. I have a new neighbor...I came outside and asked them to please be quiet, I had to work in the morning.. I got: "WHY DOES SOMEBODY ALWAYS WANNA HUSH THE BALCK MAN" -- A few days later the bloody bastards jaw dropped in AWE when he saw my son and I rolling around play fighting in the grass.... My daughter is "white", my son is a little bit of everything (native american, black and from me...well a mutt)...the boy has blue eyes (OH I just love him :))....The man tried being friendly with making small talk... I told him... I can't speak to you...I wouldn't want to be hushing THE BLACK MAN. I turned around, walked in side and thought "I would say "kiss my ass" but you just aren't worthy"....HOW DARE HE assume such a thing! Powerful words here. Excellent.
Emilie
Political correctness doesn't force you to like somebody because of thier race, what it does is place boundaries on disrespecting someone because of thier race. As human beings, we all deserve to be respected. You don't have to like me because I'm black but I will get the respect that I deserve. And racism is not an illusion, it's very real. Just ask those of us who fall victim to racism everyday of our lives...it's a problem that needs to be eradicated (although I know that's not possible)
Now to comment on your poem and your question:
I think this was nicely written. No, you are not a racist if you don't like someone or have a difference of opinion. Racism comes into play when you use the color of someones skin to stereotype, discriminate, disrespect and dehuman a person.
I also have to say that I agree with what peazie posted in that America is land full of many different cultures and people. Yes, this is your country, but it is also my country, and many others country. So, let me ask you this...when YOU are talking about racism and stating that you are willing to share your country, to whom are you speaking???
Keep Writing!!
I don't think you're racist.
Excellent statement of fact,you can never
legislate minds,merely educate them operate independent of rhetorical abuse,and to make reasoned judgements based on factual evidence.
The current situation,is a small business persons, nightmare,in the U.K. open to exploitation, by numerous ethic groups.
Pity some of the legistrators, are not better educated in basic commonsense.
starting to feel like strangers in our native land.
What is wrong in being "British". Nothing!
Excellent poem Sir.
Morchuis
~~michael~~
Thanks,
Trixie Love