Black History Month... (American, French, cover, quote, 2008)

Kamikazi Kat · 02-15-2009, 02:15 PM

I guess this might be a little late in the month, but whatever. Its not that the fact that people are celebrating black history, its the fact that their history is the only one that gets its own month.

All other races have had to deal with racism in some time throughout history, why not celebrate the history of all of them? I would really like to see black history changed to something that is about all races, cultures, groups, ect. that made a great impact on America.

Back when black history month came out, I'm sure it was neccesary because black history really wasn't covered in schools and history books. But now I think its neccesary to dedicate this month to everybody's history and origin.

Anybody else feel the same here?

NSW · 02-15-2009, 02:23 PM

I think we should have "Native American History Month". It's only fair after taking their land and giving them small pox...

The Robot Hunter · 02-15-2009, 03:04 PM

Or french-canadian month

Roygbiv · 02-15-2009, 03:11 PM

Culture Month sounds like a noble idea on paper, but we're already celebrating all cultures, everyday, on TV, espcially in Canada. There are not enough days in a month and not enough months in a year to celebrate all cultures specifically.

Predator · 02-15-2009, 08:41 PM

On the flip side, is there really so little black history that it can be crammed into one month per year? Why not integrate black history so it can be explored along with all other cultures.

anticipation · 02-15-2009, 10:39 PM

i really don't think any race has done anything worth warranting an entire month dedicated to them.

especially not one who spent like 70 years in slavery.

khfreek · 02-15-2009, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anticipation

i really don't think any race has done anything worth warranting an entire month dedicated to them.

especially not one who spent like 70 years in slavery.

Alfred · 02-15-2009, 10:57 PM

I thought it was funny.

Kirby · 02-15-2009, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kamikazi Kat

I guess this might be a little late in the month, but whatever. Its not that the fact that people are celebrating black history, its the fact that their history is the only one that gets its own month.

There is a Hispanic Heritage month.

anticipation · 02-15-2009, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by khfreek

just wondering, how did it feel getting your ass destroyed by multiple union cocks during the civil war down in tennesee?

02-15-2009, 02:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
Kamikazi Kat Music Addict Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 329	Black History Month... I guess this might be a little late in the month, but whatever. Its not that the fact that people are celebrating black history, its the fact that their history is the only one that gets its own month. All other races have had to deal with racism in some time throughout history, why not celebrate the history of all of them? I would really like to see black history changed to something that is about all races, cultures, groups, ect. that made a great impact on America. Back when black history month came out, I'm sure it was neccesary because black history really wasn't covered in schools and history books. But now I think its neccesary to dedicate this month to everybody's history and origin. Anybody else feel the same here?

02-15-2009, 02:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
NSW Bigger and Better Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Texas girl living in the UK Posts: 2,596	I think we should have "Native American History Month". It's only fair after taking their land and giving them small pox... __________________ Hi.

02-15-2009, 03:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
Roygbiv marquee moon Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 759	Culture Month sounds like a noble idea on paper, but we're already celebrating all cultures, everyday, on TV, espcially in Canada. There are not enough days in a month and not enough months in a year to celebrate all cultures specifically. __________________ Roygbiv's Review Revue LATEST REVIEW SILENT SHOUT BY THE KNIFE

02-15-2009, 08:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
Predator Whatever Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 344	On the flip side, is there really so little black history that it can be crammed into one month per year? Why not integrate black history so it can be explored along with all other cultures. __________________ Jack be nimble Jack be quick I be a lunatic The answer is hidden in plain view. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

02-15-2009, 10:57 PM	#8 (permalink)
Alfred one big soul Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 5,096	I thought it was funny. __________________ LAST.FM / VINYL COLLECTION / RYM

02-15-2009, 03:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
The Robot Hunter Music Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 65	Or french-canadian month

02-15-2009, 10:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
anticipation Music Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 3,565	i really don't think any race has done anything worth warranting an entire month dedicated to them. especially not one who spent like 70 years in slavery.