Quote From: diana32 I was really disappointed in Dr Phil when I saw the Rev Al Sharpton on today's show. It seems anytime something is said regarding Blacks - there he is - He is the biggest racist I have ever seen and I don't have any respect for the man. I think he is keeping racism alive, just to keep himself in the spotlight.
It was nice to see the Rapper admit to being wrong and clean up his act - The response from the audience - clapping and cheers was encouraging. Was this just because he's Black?? Where is the forgiveness for Dog - who also apologized for his indiscretion ?? Fact is that all of us 40 + , White people were brought up with prejudice - Yes it is taking a long time to readjust - but we lived with it for a long time. When we agree to stop using the N word and live by the Golden Rule - it should not be taken lightly - It is a big step in the right direction. Seems the Rev is always there when someone (White) tries to take this step, just to knock them down and ruin their lives in one way or another. Why do we give him that power? The more he cries Racism the longer it will take to erradicate it. Of course he isn't the only one to blame - the Black Rappers are certainly doing their share. They use the N word more than anyone. Make up your minds - either you hate it or you don't.
I don't think what Dog said was anyones business. He was involved in a private conversation with his son, who should have known better than to make it public. Our society reinforces bad behavior. Dog's Son got the publicity he wanted by betrayal and the public is all over it. The kid should have gotten a smack in the face and told not to air his dirty laundry in the streets.
I also think that what Dog said was misconstrued. He merely stated that the N word was used frequently in his house. He also stated that it didn't have the meaning that we are all accustomed to. I understand why he didn't appear on the show today - It would have been like volunteering for your own lynching. How many times will he have to apologize before it is accepted? He has overcome many issues in his life and he has shared them all in the hopes of educating people and preventing them from going down the wrong road. I think his show has a positive effect on the younger generation and that is not an easy feat in today's society.
I really hope the network decides to put his show back on - I know that I for one will boycott the A&E Channel if they don't.
Thank God for rev.Al Sharpton. I for one am very glad that he is there to help the "blacks "as you say when his assistance is needed. What is wrong with that.? Most of the time when he has intervened on someones behalf is because there is no-one else who will. It is true that he gets the media attention, which I feel is appropriate, otherwise how will the correct information get out? Especially if the black person has been wrongly accused. You can bet that when a black person has been accused not found guilty but accused, their picture is splashed across the media, but if they are innocent and need assistance from a well know activist, what is wrong with that?
The difference between Rev.Sharpton and Dog Chapman, is that we all know what the rev. will do, we know what he stands for. We know he isn't a racist. Dog is, regardless of when or where he used the n word. The n word is unacceptable, no matter in what context you use it, no matter that it is a private conversation or spoken aloud. That is the problem with all you folks who were brought up in prejudice, you think it is ok and we need to get over it!
I was a fan of dog, I no longer am. and I will continue to be a fan Of Dr. Phil and Rev. Al Sharpton. and as far as A&E returning Dog back on the network.I say NO, No ,No, No.
From a celebrity’s controversial meltdown caught on tape to nooses cropping up around the country, Dr. Phil and Bishop T.D. Jakes tackle tough racial issues. First up, Dog the Bounty Hunter spewed slurs in a phone conversation with his son, Tucker, and used the N-word repeatedly when referring to Tucker’s black girlfriend, Monique. Monique’s mother, Linda Shinnery, joins the Dr. Phil show via satellite and says she was appalled by Dog’s tirade. Should the reality TV star lose his job over a private conversation? Civil rights activist Al Sharpton, rapper Master P, and BET correspondent Jeff Johnson weigh in. Then, nooses, a symbol of hatred for African-Americans, are cropping up more and more across the country – from Jena, Louisiana to Columbia University in New York. Najee Ali, founder and co-director of Project Islamic Hope, shares his views on empowering the black community and combating stereotypes. Don’t miss this intense debate about racism and sensitivity in America, and find out how you can educate your children. Join the discussion.
