River ranch, lafayette SNOOTY?

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Originally Posted by navy2003

I amazed at all the talk about race,I am African American and served 20 years in the US Military along with plenty other people of color past,present and future. We served to protect all people of this country and many have laid down their life so many can have the life they live, like living in River Ranch.The state of LA is known for many things great, but race relations isn't one of them. There are still many people who fly the US flag that really don't deserve to do so .(

I agree with this statement.

[dougvwi]

Originally Posted by navy2003

I amazed at all the talk about race,I am African American and served 20 years in the US Military along with plenty other people of color past,present and future. We served to protect all people of this country and many have laid down their life so many can have the life they live, like living in River Ranch.The state of LA is known for many things great, but race relations isn't one of them. There are still many people who fly the US flag that really don't deserve to do so .(

I wholeheartedly agree with your post.
My experience: I a Cajun, born and raised in SE Texas. I served in the Army from '68-'76, served in Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan, my last duty station was Fort Polk, LA.

If Americans could get rid of the race issue, things would be a whole lot better.

I've been in the upper Midwest for 20 years. Prejudices are heavy here. All one has to do is turn on the radio and listen to the "conservative" view. It blares on the AM radio 24/7. Subtly racist and overtly anti-feminist. Throw a little homophobia in for good measure. It's rabid here. Lot's of diehard true-believer wingnuts. However, when you confront them with their prejudices and racism, the usually back down.

I'm a Southern white Cajun American living here. Immediately, I was looked down upon and insulted for my Southern speech and heritage by my white coworkers. I've worked numerous jobs in contruction. The most friendliest people I've met and worked with were African Americans who migrated here from during the 60s and 70s for work. They have always treated me well. Why? I guess they learned that being prejudiced is not the way to to and knew what I was in for. Live and learn.
I plan to retire in Louisiana. This forum has given me more insight into the Lafayette community. I'm glad for all the posts.

I try to get along with others. I've been an outsider since I came home from Vietnam in '71. I've felt that way in most places I've lived. An outsider. Something I live with.

If others see that as wrong, welcome strangers into your life.

The new person you meet may bring more meaning and pleasure to your life. He/she is a human being just like yourself. Treat them as such and your life may be more meaningful. Besides, they may have much more experience to offer you if you ever need advice.

I'll fit into my niche with the friends I choose, some will be white, some will be black, some will be yellow and some brown. I'm sure I'll be viewed by some mental giants as another outsider invading his community, just like here, trying to "change" the place.

WE ARE ALL AMERICANS AND WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. TRY TO GET ALONG AND SHOW SOME RESPECT. IT WILL BENEFIT US ALL .



Navy2003, thanks for your service, sir, and it has been a pleasure to meet you.

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Originally Posted by dougvwi

I wholeheartedly agree with your post.
My experience: I a Cajun, born and raised in SE Texas. I served in the Army from '68-'76, served in Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan, my last duty station was Fort Polk, LA.

If Americans could get rid of the race issue, things would be a whole lot better.

I've been in the upper Midwest for 20 years. Prejudices are heavy here. All one has to do is turn on the radio and listen to the "conservative" view. It blares on the AM radio 24/7. Subtly racist and overtly anti-feminist. Throw a little homophobia in for good measure. It's rabid here. Lot's of diehard true-believer wingnuts. However, when you confront them with their prejudices and racism, the usually back down.

I'm a Southern white Cajun American living here. Immediately, I was looked down upon and insulted for my Southern speech and heritage by my white coworkers. I've worked numerous jobs in contruction. The most friendliest people I've met and worked with were African Americans who migrated here from during the 60s and 70s for work. They have always treated me well. Why? I guess they learned that being prejudiced is not the way to to and knew what I was in for. Live and learn.
I plan to retire in Louisiana. This forum has given me more insight into the Lafayette community. I'm glad for all the posts.

I try to get along with others. I've been an outsider since I came home from Vietnam in '71. I've felt that way in most places I've lived. An outsider. Something I live with.

If others see that as wrong, welcome strangers into your life.

The new person you meet may bring more meaning and pleasure to your life. He/she is a human being just like yourself. Treat them as such and your life may be more meaningful. Besides, they may have much more experience to offer you if you ever need advice.

I'll fit into my niche with the friends I choose, some will be white, some will be black, some will be yellow and some brown. I'm sure I'll be viewed by some mental giants as another outsider invading his community, just like here, trying to "change" the place.

WE ARE ALL AMERICANS AND WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. TRY TO GET ALONG AND SHOW SOME RESPECT. IT WILL BENEFIT US ALL .



Navy2003, thanks for your service, sir, and it has been a pleasure to meet you.

the problem is not the civilized african americans, it is the ones who are trashy, violent, destructive, selfish, and who actually glorify the ghetto lifestyle. These people are an embarrassment to their race and are the main reason those prejudices exist. unfortunately some people are not merely prejudiced towards the ghetto trashbags, but ALL african americans, and thats where it becomes a race issue instead of a prejudice towards poor character.