Agreeing with Jack, this world is so cruel. I'm all for opinions and being entitled to your own, but when it's expressed in a disrespectful manner there's an issue. Some Americans really feel as if they are just free to do whatever they please and that's not the case. Just as you want to be respected, do the same onto others.
This article shows the different opinions of Americans and it makes me question if there is ever going to be a time where we can live in a world with no hate. People are so quick to express their hatred towards an innocent bystander on a train just because of the way he/she looks or what they are wearing. People are too quick to judge someone and some have no problem expressing this judgement. The simple saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” is one we all learned at an early age and one that should not be forgotten.
New York City is a very diverse place to live. Everyone is human and should be equal but we are not all equal. Politics is a mess and everyone is judged based on who they socialize with and based on their culture. Many people are racist but don't even know the person they are speaking negative to. This article shows how quick individuals are to judge others.
It is so sad to see so much hatred people have in their hearts. Discrimination still occurs in the world today but its nice to see other people defending the person being harassed and showing some compassion. I was on the train a few weeks ago when a man took a picture and started laughing at an Asian girl sitting next to me. She was doing nothing out of the ordinary but just sitting down having a snack. She felt scared and embarrassed so I tried talking to her to assure her that she wasnt doing anything wrong and that many people are just cruel.
Some people are just so disrespectful and do not live by the quote "Don't judge a book by its cover." There really is so much hatred in the world and people do not understand how their words can hurt someone.
Just reading what that racism man said made me angry. It so sad to see people act this way towards others who are just trying to live in peace. I am glad that people stand up for one another. That is the right and humane thing to do and I am glad to see equality and support between people of all religions, races, and ethnicities.
It is no surprise to me that a man stood up and said those things to them on a subway. However, it is no surprise to me that an entire gang of people stood up even taller and defended her. The great part about our country is that you have the freedom to say whatever you want, hopefully it is all good stuff, but you have your freedom to curse off the racist or prejudice man.
Honestly, I'm not surprised. There has been plenty instances when I rode the train and someone would go on an intangible rant, and for the sake of sanity we banded together for the greater good to keep the peace. We take huge pride in being New Yorkers and I know one of the things we're really good at is tuning out things on the train. We're just exposed to so many different things riding the trains of NY but despite all the craziness that goes on, we still come together when necessary. This is a city of diversity, and I think with all that said, there's a limit to what we can ignore. There's an unspoken understanding among the passengers and there's a line drawn in the sand when it pertains to pure ignorance. Children dancing with loud music playing, amateur comedians seeing the ride as an opportunity to perform we can endure; racism isn't.
well said. I actually like teen agers showing off, performing, dreaming of being in front of an audience. I smile and nod at them and they don't know how to take it: maybe they think they are way too mainstream.....
This article gave me the biggest smile. Being a queer Muslim woman, there is nothing more beautiful than being accepted for who you are, how you look, or who you love. Crazy that this man had the guts to say that in the most diverse city in the world!
Stories like this give me hope for humanity and make me so proud to be a New Yorker! The person who was quoted defending these women was correct- in this city, I feel you can be anyone, any race, culture, etc and because you live here, you belong to a type of tribe. I'm so happy these people did the right thing and defended these women against such ignorant and hateful rhetoric.
That was really cute. It is unfortunate that I am not surprised that this happened in New York City. Sometimes people don't even realize their own internalize racism or prejudice against certain religious groups but when it comes out, some people accept it as is. It is great that in moments of oppression other people are willing to come forward and defend another person who might be trying to dehumanize someone else. It is a beautiful experience to know that there are people out there.
It amazes me when people do things like this. I'm happy that they were defending by other people in the community. Diversity is everywhere here in NYC especially since it's such a large city. Some people still can't comprehend that at all.
There is hope for America, and for the world. Good article that shows not all people are cruel and to have confidence in society.
ReplyDeleteAgreeing with Jack, this world is so cruel. I'm all for opinions and being entitled to your own, but when it's expressed in a disrespectful manner there's an issue. Some Americans really feel as if they are just free to do whatever they please and that's not the case. Just as you want to be respected, do the same onto others.
ReplyDeleteThis article shows the different opinions of Americans and it makes me question if there is ever going to be a time where we can live in a world with no hate. People are so quick to express their hatred towards an innocent bystander on a train just because of the way he/she looks or what they are wearing. People are too quick to judge someone and some have no problem expressing this judgement. The simple saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” is one we all learned at an early age and one that should not be forgotten.
ReplyDeleteNew York City is a very diverse place to live. Everyone is human and should be equal but we are not all equal. Politics is a mess and everyone is judged based on who they socialize with and based on their culture. Many people are racist but don't even know the person they are speaking negative to. This article shows how quick individuals are to judge others.
ReplyDeleteIt is so sad to see so much hatred people have in their hearts. Discrimination still occurs in the world today but its nice to see other people defending the person being harassed and showing some compassion. I was on the train a few weeks ago when a man took a picture and started laughing at an Asian girl sitting next to me. She was doing nothing out of the ordinary but just sitting down having a snack. She felt scared and embarrassed so I tried talking to her to assure her that she wasnt doing anything wrong and that many people are just cruel.
ReplyDeleteSome people are just so disrespectful and do not live by the quote "Don't judge a book by its cover." There really is so much hatred in the world and people do not understand how their words can hurt someone.
DeleteJust reading what that racism man said made me angry. It so sad to see people act this way towards others who are just trying to live in peace. I am glad that people stand up for one another. That is the right and humane thing to do and I am glad to see equality and support between people of all religions, races, and ethnicities.
ReplyDeleteIt is no surprise to me that a man stood up and said those things to them on a subway. However, it is no surprise to me that an entire gang of people stood up even taller and defended her. The great part about our country is that you have the freedom to say whatever you want, hopefully it is all good stuff, but you have your freedom to curse off the racist or prejudice man.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, I'm not surprised. There has been plenty instances when I rode the train and someone would go on an intangible rant, and for the sake of sanity we banded together for the greater good to keep the peace.
ReplyDeleteWe take huge pride in being New Yorkers and I know one of the things we're really good at is tuning out things on the train. We're just exposed to so many different things riding the trains of NY but despite all the craziness that goes on, we still come together when necessary. This is a city of diversity, and I think with all that said, there's a limit to what we can ignore. There's an unspoken understanding among the passengers and there's a line drawn in the sand when it pertains to pure ignorance. Children dancing with loud music playing, amateur comedians seeing the ride as an opportunity to perform we can endure; racism isn't.
well said. I actually like teen agers showing off, performing, dreaming of being in front of an audience. I smile and nod at them and they don't know how to take it: maybe they think they are way too mainstream.....
DeleteThis article gave me the biggest smile. Being a queer Muslim woman, there is nothing more beautiful than being accepted for who you are, how you look, or who you love.
ReplyDeleteCrazy that this man had the guts to say that in the most diverse city in the world!
Stories like this give me hope for humanity and make me so proud to be a New Yorker! The person who was quoted defending these women was correct- in this city, I feel you can be anyone, any race, culture, etc and because you live here, you belong to a type of tribe. I'm so happy these people did the right thing and defended these women against such ignorant and hateful rhetoric.
ReplyDeleteThat was really cute. It is unfortunate that I am not surprised that this happened in New York City. Sometimes people don't even realize their own internalize racism or prejudice against certain religious groups but when it comes out, some people accept it as is. It is great that in moments of oppression other people are willing to come forward and defend another person who might be trying to dehumanize someone else. It is a beautiful experience to know that there are people out there.
ReplyDeleteIt amazes me when people do things like this. I'm happy that they were defending by other people in the community. Diversity is everywhere here in NYC especially since it's such a large city. Some people still can't comprehend that at all.
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