*************Raithere said:I have to say that I was unsure of what MW meant by "It's that old slave mentality that reels them in". I can certainly see how it can be interpreted as racist. Rephrased as it was by superluminal that was obviously not the intent. But I can understand how Lori would make the mistake.
~Raithere
M*W: A couple of years ago there was a commercial on TV (it could have been a national ad, but it may have only been in the State) about Blacks and their new slavery to drugs. Texas historically has a Black prison population of 95%, predominantly for drug and alcohol-related crimes. (DISCLAIMER: This is NOT to be taken as a racist comment). The ad was shocking to say the least, but it addressed a widespread problem that we have in Texas. I must say I was at first offended by the racial overtones of the ad, but the ad was specifically directed toward the Black population. It makes sense to me now. Each ethnicity may have its own social stigma, so pointing fingers at any one group will also experience fingers pointing back at everyone of us. That reminds me of an ethnic joke. No offense intended:
Q - How many drunks were at the Scotsman's wake?
A - One less than at the last wake.