Originally posted by digriz Was is a rascist remark? Certain sayings, words have different connatations. I took it in a sci fi sense, half human-half whatever. And thinking on it, always assumed it was a cross species reference as opposed to race. (I'm English, so if used at all it's an extremely uncommon racial slur here) Checked the dictionary, and it would be deemed officially offensive. So while i'm...well actually thrilled that this community is so anti-rascist, can we think the best of the poster and move on? Unless he/she states that was his/her intent, there is no point in pursuing this line of debate. And next time, maybe halfwit would be a better choice of phrase.
I'm of Puerto Rican birth. Having been raised in the US, I've been on the receiving end of that little remark (amongst others) many times before. So it's not just that I'm "anti-racist"
There's not much you can say when faced with this subject, especially from someone who has suffered this kind of abuse. I'd like to think the best of people, especially on this forum where we mostly seem to be of common mind about certain subjects. All i can say is i interpreted it as a sci-fi statement, and until the poster of the said statement clarifies what was meant, i initially feel benefit of the doubt is in order. I found a while back that you have to judge people on their intentions. Saying that, some people are just twats.
Originally posted by digriz Was is a rascist remark? Certain sayings, words have different connatations. I took it in a sci fi sense, half human-half whatever. And thinking on it, always assumed it was a cross species reference as opposed to race. (I'm English, so if used at all it's an extremely uncommon racial slur here) Checked the dictionary, and it would be deemed officially offensive. So while i'm...well actually thrilled that this community is so anti-rascist, can we think the best of the poster and move on? Unless he/she states that was his/her intent, there is no point in pursuing this line of debate. And next time, maybe halfwit would be a better choice of phrase.
I'm of Puerto Rican birth. Having been raised in the US, I've been on the receiving end of that little remark (amongst others) many times before. So it's not just that I'm "anti-racist"
There's not much you can say when faced with this subject, especially from someone who has suffered this kind of abuse. I'd like to think the best of people, especially on this forum where we mostly seem to be of common mind about certain subjects. All i can say is i interpreted it as a sci-fi statement, and until the poster of the said statement clarifies what was meant, i initially feel benefit of the doubt is in order. I found a while back that you have to judge people on their intentions. Saying that, some people are just twats.
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Originally posted by Gravez So assuming I'm half a racist is worse than me assuming anyone who pays for something I feel as a lying deceptive business service is worse? Get a grip. If my words didn't sting the NGE supporters would bring up hard facts to back up their arguement which I have in this and other topics. I have no apologies to give except to people who pay for this game and that is only pity.
Gravez, you DO realise that the 'racism isn't cool' comment was directed at the class act who posted immediately after ryou, ie, the second post, and not at anything you said?
That was what the argument was about, not anything in your post as such. Slow down some, you'll feel better for it in the end,
Originally posted by duncan_922 Originally posted by digriz Originally posted by duncan_922 Originally posted by digriz Was is a rascist remark? Certain sayings, words have different connatations. I took it in a sci fi sense, half human-half whatever. And thinking on it, always assumed it was a cross species reference as opposed to race. (I'm English, so if used at all it's an extremely uncommon racial slur here) Checked the dictionary, and it would be deemed officially offensive. So while i'm...well actually thrilled that this community is so anti-rascist, can we think the best of the poster and move on? Unless he/she states that was his/her intent, there is no point in pursuing this line of debate. And next time, maybe halfwit would be a better choice of phrase. I'm of Puerto Rican birth. Having been raised in the US, I've been on the receiving end of that little remark (amongst others) many times before. So it's not just that I'm "anti-racist"There's not much you can say when faced with this subject, especially from someone who has suffered this kind of abuse. I'd like to think the best of people, especially on this forum where we mostly seem to be of common mind about certain subjects. All i can say is i interpreted it as a sci-fi statement, and until the poster of the said statement clarifies what was meant, i initially feel benefit of the doubt is in order. I found a while back that you have to judge people on their intentions. Saying that, some people are just twats./agree
?grouphug?
Seriously tho, sometimes forget, when they get their big ol' flame suits on and start giving everyone a piece of their mind (when seriously they need to hang on to as much of that as they can for themselves) that there's usually a real live *person* behind the screen name.
To be fair.. you aren't a fanboi if you are paid to be one.
Stooge is the term.
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I'm of Puerto Rican birth. Having been raised in the US, I've been on the receiving end of that little remark (amongst others) many times before. So it's not just that I'm "anti-racist"
There's not much you can say when faced with this subject, especially from someone who has suffered this kind of abuse. I'd like to think the best of people, especially on this forum where we mostly seem to be of common mind about certain subjects. All i can say is i interpreted it as a sci-fi statement, and until the poster of the said statement clarifies what was meant, i initially feel benefit of the doubt is in order. I found a while back that you have to judge people on their intentions. Saying that, some people are just twats.
I'm of Puerto Rican birth. Having been raised in the US, I've been on the receiving end of that little remark (amongst others) many times before. So it's not just that I'm "anti-racist"
There's not much you can say when faced with this subject, especially from someone who has suffered this kind of abuse. I'd like to think the best of people, especially on this forum where we mostly seem to be of common mind about certain subjects. All i can say is i interpreted it as a sci-fi statement, and until the poster of the said statement clarifies what was meant, i initially feel benefit of the doubt is in order. I found a while back that you have to judge people on their intentions. Saying that, some people are just twats.
/agree
SOE knows what you like... You don't!
And don't forget... I am forcing you to read this!
Gravez, you DO realise that the 'racism isn't cool' comment was directed at the class act who posted immediately after ryou, ie, the second post, and not at anything you said?
That was what the argument was about, not anything in your post as such. Slow down some, you'll feel better for it in the end,
?grouphug?
Seriously tho, sometimes forget, when they get their big ol' flame suits on and start giving everyone a piece of their mind (when seriously they need to hang on to as much of that as they can for themselves) that there's usually a real live *person* behind the screen name.
To be fair.. you aren't a fanboi if you are paid to be one.
Stooge is the term.
Shayde - SWG (dead)
Proud member of the Cabal.
It sounds great, so great in fact, I pitty those who canceled
I don't like it when you say things. - A Vanguard fan who does too.
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