Video: The Tea Party’s diversity
posted at 8:05 am on February 19, 2010 by Ed Morrissey
Normally, I wouldn’t play the game of counting heads based on ethnicity as a means of justifying the authenticity of a grassroots organization, even when challenged by a broadcaster from a network whose hosts range from lily-white to a light ecru. As I told Tommy Christopher in a video that he will publish sometime today or tomorrow, it’s a no-win scenario; if one can’t produce enough examples of diversity, then the movement somehow excludes minorities — and if one does produce enough, suddenly it’s too self-conscious and must be hiding a latent bit of racism. Still, Randy Haddock puts together some video clips from Tea Party events that show that opposition to the radical Democratic agenda has a broader base of support than defenders of the agenda like to admit:
Any movement that has candidates like Angela McGlowan, Col. Allen West, and Marco Rubio as crowd-pleasers and candidates for office has something more in mind than skin color as its objective. On the other hand, critics who deliberately ignore the broad base of opposition to the Democratic agenda and assign it to racism are doing so because they have no actual answers for the arguments being made. It’s much easier to sneer and smear than it is to engage intellectually, especially for those almost completely unequipped for the latter.
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Has McGlowan clarified her statements on gun registration?
daesleeper on February 19, 2010 at 1:46 PM
Stop being the group that perpetuates that thought by being what people perceive you to be and you stop the narrative. Stop making people look at you as a black person, but rather a person. I am not saying that all black people fit the narrative, but stereotypes don’t come out of thin air. Stop with the “pimps and hos.” Stop with the “homey’s and gangsta” crap. Stop with the the “Yo, ma’ nigga.” Stop being an African American and be an American. White people don’t call themselves European Americans. They are Americans. Plenty of black people have put forth this same thought. Pretty simple concept to grasp. Just too bad many ignore them.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 1:57 PM
Is it fair that when police are looking for a serial killer that they target single, white males in their 20′s and 30′s? Most white males that fit that description are not serials killers, after all.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 2:18 PM
A winning issue that conservatives have is vouchers. We should be pushing that. A lot of black families support this issue and it could be enough to convince them to give Republicans a chance.
Rose on February 19, 2010 at 2:30 PM
I hold black conservatives, myself included, responsible. We have been too unwilling to make a big deal about our race within our party because doing so is antithetical to our core values.
The other side of not making a big deal about is…that no big deal is ever made about it. That hard truth charges black conservatives with the responsibility to beat back the no-diversity insults.
Maybe we should all — white, red and plaid included — start calling ourselves “black-Republicans.” MSM media outlets can’t ignore an entire party…can they?
Your screen name links to a website with a quote from an avowed bigot. You obviously want people to read about your support for Lawrence Auster. Why?
IMO Lawrence Auster is a bigot in sheep’s clothing. (David Horrowitz reportedly thinks so too.) Why would you promote this man by linking to him? Is that your site?
Anywho, your thoughts about some blacks having “messed things up for the good ones” is textbook bigot-deflection 101.
Your ideas are thinly veiled buddy but much appreciated. Good day, scum.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 2:40 PM
You can’t straighten out what she said. She was way out there on that one.
I need to read her book before finalizing on my thoughts. But I’m never been too impressed with her delivery or content.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 2:43 PM
Oh look, a liberal calling me a bigot. I’ll take that as a compliment.
Good day, Mr. Liberal.
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 2:51 PM
On the other hand, if my white parents had named me “Orangejello”, employers might think twice about hiring me, too.
As usual, you’re eager to see ‘race’ as the issue when it’s not necessarily ‘the issue’, but tangential to it.
Goofy names.
Dressing poorly for an interview.
Poor language skills.
*pause*
You just got made because I posted three racist stereotypes, didn’t you?
You do realize that I didn’t mention race at all, but posted behaviors that employers might find questionable – and that it’s YOU who associated them with minorities, right?
The fact is that *anyone*, regardless of race, would be at a disadvantage when seeking a job with the above (and other) conditions.
Even a white girl named “Moon Unit Zappa”.
Parents should, perhaps, consider that when naming their kids?
Midas on February 19, 2010 at 2:53 PM
Fair? I wrote months ago about graduating from a MBA program when black sons of MDs and college instructors were given preferential treatment just because of their slin color over Viet Nam vets who grew up in dirt poor areas of West Virginia. The one black example (I was one of the victims but not the one cited) never had held a job.
Life really ain’t fair is it?
IlikedAUH2O on February 19, 2010 at 2:56 PM
So you (a self-avowed black man who goes by “The Race Card”) and David Horrowitz don’t like Auster. Well now, that’s surprising…
Do you, perchance, have any opinions of the man from people who are NOT liberals?
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:12 PM
Awww. Bumpkin is butt-hurt. This should cheer you up, they’re on sale this week.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:21 PM
So you’re Lawrence Auster. Dude, you’re like totally famous.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:22 PM
And unfortunately, true. You can insert any race, religion, etc. in the statement and find examples where perceptions are colored by the visible few, not just blacks. Let’s take for example that all Republicans are racist. Or that all Asians are good at math, industrious, etc.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 3:23 PM
No, just a really big fan. But I can give you my autograph anyway if you want it…
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:29 PM
Lol, you’re very obnoxious. Way to break those black stereotypes!
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:30 PM
Those are stereotypes and untrue. That’s not what I was talking about.
His statement draws upon the assumption that blacks are inherently bad, except for “the good ones.” When he says they’ve “messed things up” he tells me what I need to know about him. IMO that odd, obtuse reference is very telling. I won’t tell you how to interpret it. You can figure it out.
I will say that 2Brave2BScared regularly spews archetypal bigot-rationale.
Furthermore, I see you make no reference to the link of his to Lawrence Auster. Read this man’s writing and tell me if you would link to him.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:36 PM
Being obnoxious is not a black stereotype? Is that just in your family or amongst your friends too?
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:38 PM
I’m sorry, but I can’t help but laugh. LOL.
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:38 PM
Again you guys only emphasize my main point about why so few minorities want to join the GOP.
Anyways you setup straw men like our friend 2brave2bscared. The issue here is simply names. Secondly, the names were in the vein of Jamal or Keisha names that are not really all that ridiculous except to bigoted fools who like to mock them in a condescending way. You’re providing a false analogy. Not the way the people dressed or acted in the study I provided. Those are outside variables you brought in to strengthen your point that have nothing to do with the main argument or the study itself. SIMPLY having an “ethnic” (in this case ethnic black name) is enough to reduce call backs by 50 percent when all other variables were equal. Not everyone is going to be named John or Jane and again I appreciate everyone agreeing with me that the idea that merit is the only thing that comes into play here is bs by justifying racism and discrimination on very flimsy rational.
I think that is unfair and I think you have every right to speak out against. I wouldn’t tell you to stop being a PC cry baby and suck it up. Trying to fix wrongs in society is admirable.
I do none of that and know plenty of black people who don’t. Just because some do doesn’t give you the right to judge a whole race based on that.
Norvell on February 19, 2010 at 3:42 PM
Actually, in looking at what he said below, quoted below, I don’t see where he made the above statement, at all.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 3:42 PM
Apology accepted. Nervous laughter is natural. Don’t worry, Black History Month is almost over.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:43 PM
Asians aren’t good at math? News to me…
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:43 PM
Inference is a common sticking point among those learning to read. Keep at it Skippy.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:44 PM
The Race Card loves his strawmen. It’s much easier than debating the points I actually made.
It’s a favorite tactic of the liberal. Build a strawman and then knock it down. So easy, even The Race Card can do it.
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:47 PM
Liar, you lied out the word “all.” You’re arguing against the idea that stereotypes are inherently fallible. That’s swift.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:47 PM
Nice to see you run away from your own words.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:50 PM
Actually, since I try to take at face value what a person says, unless I have reason to believe otherwise, I don’t make inferences as to what people mean when they say something. That would apply to either you or him, since I don’t know either of you. I appreciate how you now choose to attack me without any facts as to my cognitive ability, simply because I don’t view the hidden meaning behind someone’s words who I don’t know. Should that tell me something about you or should I just take what you say at face value?
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 3:50 PM
Inference huh? Perhaps you wouldn’t mind constructing a syllogism to prove your point. It shouldn’t be that difficult.
…You do know what syllogism is, right?
2Brave2Bscared on February 19, 2010 at 3:51 PM
I didn’t attack you. I insulted you. Pull your panties up.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:51 PM
Yeah I know what a syllogism is. Here’s one that should make you feel at home: That guy is bad. That guy is black. All black people are bad.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:54 PM
Good response — sober, smooth, to the point. Nice work, I should have answered you the first time.
Allow me to redeem myself…at least the lower half. 2Brave2BScared’s statement strikes me as veiled.
That’s it. Good day to you kind sir.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 3:58 PM
That’s rich. Someone that finds hidden meaning in words making a distinction between attack and insult, in regards to an internet post. Whereas, they are certainly not the same word in specific meaning, they can be used similarly in the context of these posts. I was banking on the fact that you would have a large enough command of the English language to make the inference between the two words. That’s fine. When you are unable to defend your position, you can be allowed to change the subject. There’s no shame in that. You just wouldn’t get any debate points for it.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 4:03 PM
Actually, I think the syllogism would be: That guy is bad. That guy is black. All bad people are black. It’s a slightly different meaning, wouldn’t you agree?
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 4:08 PM
Let’s not forget us queers who add additional diversity for the bean counters.
Though perhaps I should cut my hair and wear and flannel shirt so I’m better recognized in a crowd.
The Ugly American on February 19, 2010 at 4:10 PM
I do, on rare occasions, have command enough of my native tongue to get your point. I was simply being a dick. I’m bored over the seemingly bigoted-oaf 2Brave2Bscared and barked back because you came to his defense.
Your patience and diligence has been noted.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 4:12 PM
Bravo! You are a stepping-razor…sharp, sharp, sharp.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 4:15 PM
I hold no ill will toward you. In an ideal world, neither you, nor 2Brave2Bscared, nor I would hold ill will toward the others, due to a difference of opinion.
mwdiver on February 19, 2010 at 4:26 PM
I’ll share my dinner table or drinks with just about anyone. Frankly, I have lots of friends who are not saints. Some are ornery, quirky, shady, drunk, lethargic, gambling, carousing. Honestly, most of my friends don’t live up to my standards.
I can guarantee that I don’t live up to theirs either. Bigotry is a moral failing. I can live with it. What I can’t stand is lying. Marry deception with what I perceive, Incorrectly at times, with prejudice and you have one hell of a wordy-rant on your hands.
The Race Card on February 19, 2010 at 4:32 PM
If you listened to the full 9 minutes, there is no possible way for her to clarify her remarks. She stated that the .gov should have the right to know what guns people are “stockpiling” in advance of a “race war” (her words). In fact, I found her very condescending to the callers who questioned her.
I have heard that McGlowan claimed she was being sarcastic and playing devil’s advocate. Frankly, no reasonable person would guess that she was a “conservative” after hearing her stance on gun registration.
dugan on February 19, 2010 at 5:12 PM
I do none of that either, nor do most of my close friends, but part of the problem is, while there are many blacks who don’t engage in that kind of behavior, they don’t condemn it either. Too many of us just laugh it off, or even defend it in the name of keepin it real. They have allowed ghetto culture to become synonymous with black culture(whatever that is). Some of us are so overly sensitive and insecure that we see attacks on anything or anyone black as an attack on all blacks. Then we go all Michael Eric Dyson, and defend every criticism, no matter how valid the criticism may be.
macblanegirl on February 19, 2010 at 5:57 PM
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