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randys1

(16,286 posts)
1. Thanks for this thread. I think it is possible to recognize that both Jada and Will
Tue Jan 19, 2016, 12:59 PM
Jan 2016

do not need our sympathy, and that Hollywood has a Black problem, as

http://www.democraticunderground.com/10027542960

puts it.

Oh, before I forget, go here

http://www.democraticunderground.com/118736622

watch the video of the interview if you can, DeRay puts shit in perspective in a hurry.

It again all comes down to white privilege, whether in Hollywood or Ferguson.

If the Academy isnt careful, people will stop caring. Remember, we are watching and caring about which multi millionaire will get a prize for play acting. NOT important, really.

What is important is racism and Hollywood has it's share, so if you have to boycott the Oscars to bring attention to that, do it.

If you have to stop traffic to bring attention to murder

http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/Bay-Bridge-reopening-after-protesters-chain-6767354.php


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