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Hey all, another great day in America. Well, I want to address some points that several celebrities have talked about in various media sources.
One of the greatest advantages of living in America consists in our Constitutional right to free speech. We can say anything we like within reason without fear of getting reprimanded by law enforcement. I think it’s great that all view points are able to form part of the American way. Why do celebrities who have done so well, and have benefited from this type of Democracy made statements which would give the opposite image about this country.
I want to clarify that I don’t think we are a perfect country. No country or individual will ever be perfect, but we have it better than many around the world. Race seems to be the most popular topic when it comes to stupid celebrity comments. For instance, singer Alitia Keys in the may issue of Blender magazine said “`Gangsta rap’ was a ploy to convince black people to kill each other. `Gangsta rap’ didn’t exist.” Last I check blacks promote gangster wrap as an art form. The majority of popular hip hop artists sell records with music that contain strong language. I could careless what some songs say, but it doesn’t take a genius to understand how certain opinions are formed. Uncle Sam didn’t create a cultural phenomenon to commit genocide on a particular race. Last I check some of the most successful people in this country who are black are doing quite well like Barack Obama. Race doesn’t matter to most American, but it does seem to matter to some elitist.
Another stupid comment was made by wrapper Will Smith when he appeared on the Today Show. He said “You know I just, I just came back from Moscow, Berlin, London and Paris and it’s the first, I’ve been there quite a few times in the past five
to 10 years. And it just hasn’t been a good thing to be American. And this is the first time, since Barack has gotten the nomination, that it, it was a
good thing” America doesn’t have a better reputation around the world since Barack got nominated. Why so much emphasizes on race. Who cares what race he is? I don’t agree with his ideologies, his approach, or his political tactics. Why do so many celebrities make such outlandish comments?
It’s clear that in the past blacks were segregated for a long time. Thankfully those times are part of America’s history not present. I don’t care about race, gender, or religion as long as the person supports this country. If life is so difficult for you and you don’t like our culture live elsewhere. Are you tired of the racial reference made throughout the election campaign season? I know race doesn’t matter since if anything where to happen the decisions made by the President won’t be based on their skin color instead they’ll be based on his principles and core values. I hope people are able to distinguish between political attacks and bad attempts at entertainment. Do you care if celebrities make comments like that of Will Smith or Alitia Keys? James.
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First,I agree with you that America is not a perfect country but America is better than some countries.America still has to be improved such as racial problems,politics and eco-awareness.Although some people do not have racial problems, racial problems are still exist everywhere.Second,those celebrites have right to say anything they like,but they have to think about consequences.Some African-Americans have done many bad things such as sell drugs or even worse things,but it does not mean all African-Americans are bad people.Third,some celebrities critize America,but I do not think its because they do not like their own country.They critize it because people need to know America is not perfect,and many things need to be improved.In my view,some people still think America is the best country in the world,and they do not know other countries are growing.Maybe some day other countries will have better economic than America,people have to aware. Emily.
Celebrities need to be extremely careful about what they say, because there are these people out there that idolize these celebrities to the point where they believe everything that they say is real. In other words, some hardchore Will Smith or Alicia Keys fan could actually think of America or gangster rap as being what they said. People also need to know that things they say in those songs, which is used as a form of expresion in my opinion, are not something that people should try at home. I agree that America is a great country. Some people just don't see it yet.
Actually, Alicia Keys has made statements saying that her comments were misconstrued. Regardless, I disagree with your statement, "Race doesn't matter to most Americans". Race still matters to most people and racism occurs everywhere all the time! Most minorities can tell you that straight off the bat. People who travel overseas know that Americans aren't the most liked people and I think that Will Smith was just saying that today is a better day and that things are changing. In my opinion, I don't believe that he was specifically speaking on race.
I don't care if celebrities make comments like these. Every person should take opinions with a grain of salt. As long as you have your own beliefs, you shouldn't be influenced by celebrity comments.
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