Maybe this is what Bill Maher was talking about ,we have become too politically correct

[rrneck]

96. Well, if all it takes is an expression of displeasure

to prompt such a reaction, that is heartening. I guess. She didn't have to actually say what she wanted and she got (petulant) results. Haven't there been complaints in years past all over the country? That probably gave her a lot of oomph as well.

But what if there had been a series of negotiations regarding the design of the event and the decorations, food, drink and costumes had to be approved by representatives of the Mexican community. Without their imprimatur the event would not be able to use them. And of course those wearing those costumes, now as representatives of that culture, would be required to comport themselves appropriately. Sound good? I just described a military uniform and the infrastructure to enforce its use.

In the end we are still left with the subjective standards surrounding the difference between mockery and homage, the flattery of imitation and the brutality of intimidation. That standard depends on the perceptions between people and their perceptions of themselves.

It sounds to me like it worked out pretty well. They planned the event and somebody said, "Hey, enough of that shit" so they cancelled. Of course all they had to do is nix the costumes, but they were pissed off and scored a few points of their own. Lessons learned on all sides.