Your personal experience with Canadian black people

[gerryhatrick]

Be honest now....

[geoffrey]

My boss is black, I have the greatest respect there, and not because she's black, because she's a good boss. Why hate? Or like? Based on race.

[Cameron]

Where is this thread going Gerry? (Out of curiosity, not sarcasm...well, maybe a bit)

[WinnipegPatriot]

I find this interesting because for the most part, Canada's "Black" population is relatively small, especially out west. Winnipeg is starting to receive more Immigrants from African countries, and it is wonderful; the cultural mosaic here is fantastic with such a fine blend of cultures. What amazes me is the pride they have. They do not arrive with much, but the women dress in very colorful dresses, etc, while the men and young boys dress in slacks, and nice sweaters or shirts; amazing! They are so friendly too, and always seem to have a smile!

[gerryhatrick]

My boss is black, I have the greatest respect there, and not because she's black, because she's a good boss. Why hate? Or like? Based on race.

I agree, which is why I created this poll...as a parody of this thread:

http://www.mapleleafweb.com/forums//index.php?showtopic=6986

[Canuck E Stan]

I agree, which is why I created this poll...as a parody of this thread:

http://www.mapleleafweb.com/forums//index.php?showtopic=6986

Duh?

Why?

What next, a parody poll on Jews,Asians,Mentally Handicapped?

[RB]

What's it gunna be boy?

I cast my vote but not as a boy.

Anyway, I have no issues with working with "black" or any other color of people for that matter. As long as they have the drive to work, competence, can perform and contribute positively to the bottom line.

I do have an observation though my comedian lens that allows me to relish in my reputation of an iconoclast, however resentful some folks might find my jabs.

So, well, somehow black people are still very poor and stuggling more so than other "colors". Someone mentioned to me today that blacks are now blaming Mexicans, and Asians for their problems of not coping. The blacks feel that they were in America first, and should have something to show (perhaps that they have done good for themselves) - ironic even the blacks are saying no more Mexicans.

But, I mean the blacks are displaced from power. At first glance one can identify a problem trying to "act white" and having to cope with the failures.

But also, they are not doing well in school, and don't seem to have good jobs or maintain their jobs, and the spiral we know is the destruction of the social lives - most of the time I see the black folks on TV, it has to do with a gun and people dying.

We don't see much visibility of blacks in politics.

The only significant records of blacks in history is them being slaves and somehow I feel that this history is psyched into their mentality.

[Argus]

Be honest now....

The first poll was silly, your parady is just as silly. The question asked is pointless. You'd be better off asking people's honest opinions about Blacks in Canada. At least then, in this anonymous forum, you'd get some interesting answers.

[gerryhatrick]

I agree, which is why I created this poll...as a parody of this thread:

http://www.mapleleafweb.com/forums//index.php?showtopic=6986

Duh?

Why?

What next, a parody poll on Jews,Asians,Mentally Handicapped?

I can't believe I'm having to explain this to you. No, I won't bother. Ask a friend you consider smarter than you to explain it. Show them post 5.

[gerryhatrick]

Be honest now....

The first poll was silly, your parady is just as silly. The question asked is pointless.

And that is the point of parody.