You can't say that is completely the fault of the American people though can you? If Canada were attacked by Muslim extremists, wouldn't you be just a tad bit leery of one running your country?
Oklahoma City was bombed by a dumbass white hick, and we didn't have any problem electing one of those. Twice!
Just sayin is all. And this is coming from a white hick.
As for the original question, I have heard Obama qualify his statements many times exactly that way, saying he's not Muslim but it wouldn't be something to be ashamed of if he was.
but i see your nationalistic defenses are up so no point in continuing this discussion ...
Bullshit...all bread is good...what are you some kind of Atkins freak!!!
My nationalistic defenses...that's a good one. Here I'm saying everyone has the same kinds of problems...even Canada.
I know Toronto is the most diverse city in the world (I think), and a lovely city at that. From what I know, it's a good example of how things should be...but it still has it's own issues...having to step over a homeless person at each intersection for 1.
I know Toronto is the most diverse city in the world (I think), and a lovely city at that. From what I know, it's a good example of how things should be...but it still has it's own issues...having to step over a homeless person at each intersection for 1.
Whatever dude. You can pass them easily without stepping over them. just like I do.
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Anyone see Obama speak to that one jewish group the other day? (I think) He was like "I am not a Muslim" people start to laugh, then he goes on "and I have never been a muslim" few more smiles and laughs from some in the crowd. pretty sad stuff I think.
Anyway, I tend to think Obama talks white,looks black and acts like a politician.
could you please add some kid of qualifier like "Not that there's anything wrong with being Muslim!"
Seriously, doesn't anyone think it's incredibly insulting to peace-loving, law-abiding Muslim Americans when they have to hear a politician sit there and go "i'm not a muslim!" as if it's some kind of horror.
Now i know Barack Obama doesn't think it is, but I really think he needs to say something publicly like "you know, it's terribly insulting to our Muslim community when we have to answer questions like this as posited by many right wing surrogates and talking heads that suggest I must be part of something that they are clearly insinuating is a bad thing."
maybe he has but I've never heard it. nobod i know has and many in the Muslim community are upset by this and the moving of the muslim women away from him in that TV shot, whether it was done by a stafer without his knowledge or not. If he doesn't address this stuff head on, it will become a bigger problem for him as time goes on.
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#101 Being Offended
May 28, 2008 by clander
To be offended is usually a rather unpleasant experience, one that can expose a person to intolerance, cultural misunderstandings, and even evoke the scars of the past. This is such an unpleasant experience that many people develop a thick skin and try to only be offended in the most egregious and awful situations. In many circumstances, they can allow smaller offenses to slip by as fighting them is a waste of time and energy. But white people, blessed with both time and energy, are not these kind of people. In fact there are few things white people love more than being offended.
Naturally, white people do not get offended by statements directed at white people. In fact, they don’t even have a problem making offensive statements about other white people (ask a white person about “flyover states”). As a rule, white people strongly prefer to get offended on behalf of other people.
It is also valuable to know that white people spend a significant portion of their time preparing for the moment when they will be offended. They read magazines, books, and watch documentaries all in hopes that one day they will encounter a person who will say something offensive. When this happens, they can leap into action with quotes, statistics, and historical examples. Once they have finished lecturing another white person about how it’s wrong to use the term “black” instead of “African-American,” they can sit back and relax in the knowledge that they have made a difference.
White people also get excited at the opportunity to be offended at things that are sexist and/or homophobic. Both cases offering ample opportunities for lectures, complaints, graduate classes, lengthy discussions and workshops. All of which do an excellent job of raising awareness among white people who hope to change their status from “not racist” to “super not racist.”
Another thing worth noting is that the threshold for being offended is a very important tool for judging and ranking white people. Missing an opportunity to be outraged is like missing a reference to Derrida-it’s social death.
If you ever need to make a white person feel indebted to you, wait for them to mention a book, film, or television show that features a character who is the same race as you, then say “the representation of <insert race> was offensive and if you can’t see that, well, you need to do some soul searching.” After they return from their hastily booked trip to land of your ancestors, they will be desperate to make it up to you. At this point, it is acceptable to ask them to help you paint your house.
Stuff White People Like
#75 Threatening to Move to Canada
February 24, 2008 by clander
Often times, white people get frustrated with the state of their country. They do not like the President, or Congress, or the health care system, or the illegal status of Marijuana. Whenever they are presented with a situation that seems unreasonable to them, their first instinct is to threaten to move to Canada.
For example, if you are watching TV with white people and there is a piece on the news about that they do not agree with, they are likely to declare “ok, that’s it, I’m moving to Canada.”
Though they will never actually move to Canada, the act of declaring that they are willing to undertake the journey is very symbolic in white culture. It shows that their dedication to their lifestyle and beliefs are so strong, that they would consider packing up their entire lives and moving to a country that is only slightly different to the one they live in now.
Within white culture, it is agreed upon that if Canada had better weather it would be a perfect place.
Being aware that this information can be used quite easily to gain the trust of white people. Whenever they say, “I’m moving to Canada,” you must immediately respond with “I have relatives in Canada.”
They will then expect you to tell them about how Canada has a perfect healthcare system, legalized everything, and no crime. Though not true, it will reassure them that they are making the right choice by saying they want to move there.
But be warned, they will reference you in future conversations and possibly call on you to settle disputes about Canadian tax rates. So use this advice only if you plan to do some basic research.
Note: Canadian white people threaten to move to Europe.
Note: Europeans are unable to threaten to move anywhere.
Stuff White People Like
#7 Diversity
January 19, 2008 by clander
White people love ethnic diversity, but only as it relates to restaurants.
Many white people from cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York will spend hours talking about how great it is that they can get Sushi and Tacos on the same street.But then they send their kids to private school with other rich white kids, and live in neighborhoods like Santa Monica or Pacific Palisades.
But it’s important to note that white people to do not like to be called out on this fact. If you run an ethnic restaurant you can be guaranteed repeat business and huge tips if you act like your white customers are adventurous and cultured for eating food that it isn’t sandwiches or pasta.
well ... is it barack obama's fault americans subscribe to these notions? ... is it his fault that if he said something like what you propose - the conservative christian zealots will have a field day with it?
Stuff White People Like
#2 Religions that their parents don’t belong to
January 18, 2008 by clander
White people will often say they are “spiritual” but not religious. Which usually means that they will believe any religion that doesn’t involve Jesus.
Popular choices include Buddhism, Hinduism, Kabbalah and, to a lesser extent, Scientology. A few even dip into Islam, but it’s much more rare since you have to give stuff up and actually go to Mosque.
Mostly they are into religion that fits really well into their homes or wardrobe and doesn’t require them to do very much.
Stuff White People Like
#2 Religions that their parents don’t belong to
January 18, 2008 by clander
White people will often say they are “spiritual” but not religious. Which usually means that they will believe any religion that doesn’t involve Jesus.
Popular choices include Buddhism, Hinduism, Kabbalah and, to a lesser extent, Scientology. A few even dip into Islam, but it’s much more rare since you have to give stuff up and actually go to Mosque.
Mostly they are into religion that fits really well into their homes or wardrobe and doesn’t require them to do very much.
very good, moron. here's a cookie.
"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest."
"Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy."
Whatever dude. You can pass them easily without stepping over them. just like I do.
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Anyone see Obama speak to that one jewish group the other day? (I think) He was like "I am not a Muslim" people start to laugh, then he goes on "and I have never been a muslim" few more smiles and laughs from some in the crowd. pretty sad stuff I think.
Anyway, I tend to think Obama talks white,looks black and acts like a politician.
I think you took my comment a bit too literally...no need ot get defensive, I said Toronto was a lovely city.
Stuff White People Like
#75 Threatening to Move to Canada
February 24, 2008 by clander
Often times, white people get frustrated with the state of their country. They do not like the President, or Congress, or the health care system, or the illegal status of Marijuana. Whenever they are presented with a situation that seems unreasonable to them, their first instinct is to threaten to move to Canada.
For example, if you are watching TV with white people and there is a piece on the news about that they do not agree with, they are likely to declare “ok, that’s it, I’m moving to Canada.”
Though they will never actually move to Canada, the act of declaring that they are willing to undertake the journey is very symbolic in white culture. It shows that their dedication to their lifestyle and beliefs are so strong, that they would consider packing up their entire lives and moving to a country that is only slightly different to the one they live in now.
Within white culture, it is agreed upon that if Canada had better weather it would be a perfect place.
Being aware that this information can be used quite easily to gain the trust of white people. Whenever they say, “I’m moving to Canada,” you must immediately respond with “I have relatives in Canada.”
They will then expect you to tell them about how Canada has a perfect healthcare system, legalized everything, and no crime. Though not true, it will reassure them that they are making the right choice by saying they want to move there.
But be warned, they will reference you in future conversations and possibly call on you to settle disputes about Canadian tax rates. So use this advice only if you plan to do some basic research.
Note: Canadian white people threaten to move to Europe.
Note: Europeans are unable to threaten to move anywhere.
White people hate a lot of stuff (white people who vote republican, television, Vin Diesel movies, SUVs, fast food) but every once in a while they turn that hate into sweet irony.
Often times, white people will make a joke about how hard it is to define irony. It’s not that funny, and back in the 1990s people got all upset at Alanis Morrisette for using the term improperly in her song “Isn’t it Ironic?”
But the reason that white people love irony is that it lets them have some fun and feel better about themselves.
The most horrific recent example is Trucker hats, that shockingly went from mainstream in the 80s to Ironic in the early 2000s back to mainstream, at which point they are no longer rare or unique. Once something reaches this stage, irony cannot be restored for 10 years.
Other examples would include white people getting together to have a ‘white trash’ night where they would eat Kentucky Fried Chicken, drink Bud Light and watch Larry the Cable Guy or The Marine. Maybe listen to Kid Rock or P.O.D. These events allow white people to experience things they are supposed to hate, all while feeling better about their own lives, decisions, and cultured tastes.
Occassionally, white people will put an ironic knick knack in their home or apartment such as a “Support our Troops” magnet or a bottle of Mickey’s.
This can be used to your advantage. If you need to appear cool to white people, you just need to pick something that was popular 10+ years ago and put it in a prominent place at your desk or in your home. A C+C Music Factory Cassette, or a “2 Legit 2 Quit” t-shirt would both be acceptable examples.
Also, you might find yourself in conversation where you mention that you like something and there is an awkward silence indicating that it is not cool. In this situation, uou must say “oh yeah, I also like [insert similar things]” and smile, the white people will laugh and all will be well.
White people hate a lot of stuff (white people who vote republican, television, Vin Diesel movies, SUVs, fast food) but every once in a while they turn that hate into sweet irony.
Often times, white people will make a joke about how hard it is to define irony. It’s not that funny, and back in the 1990s people got all upset at Alanis Morrisette for using the term improperly in her song “Isn’t it Ironic?”
But the reason that white people love irony is that it lets them have some fun and feel better about themselves.
The most horrific recent example is Trucker hats, that shockingly went from mainstream in the 80s to Ironic in the early 2000s back to mainstream, at which point they are no longer rare or unique. Once something reaches this stage, irony cannot be restored for 10 years.
Other examples would include white people getting together to have a ‘white trash’ night where they would eat Kentucky Fried Chicken, drink Bud Light and watch Larry the Cable Guy or The Marine. Maybe listen to Kid Rock or P.O.D. These events allow white people to experience things they are supposed to hate, all while feeling better about their own lives, decisions, and cultured tastes.
Occassionally, white people will put an ironic knick knack in their home or apartment such as a “Support our Troops” magnet or a bottle of Mickey’s.
This can be used to your advantage. If you need to appear cool to white people, you just need to pick something that was popular 10+ years ago and put it in a prominent place at your desk or in your home. A C+C Music Factory Cassette, or a “2 Legit 2 Quit” t-shirt would both be acceptable examples.
Also, you might find yourself in conversation where you mention that you like something and there is an awkward silence indicating that it is not cool. In this situation, uou must say “oh yeah, I also like [insert similar things]” and smile, the white people will laugh and all will be well.
Bullshit...all bread is good...what are you some kind of Atkins freak!!!
My nationalistic defenses...that's a good one. Here I'm saying everyone has the same kinds of problems...even Canada.
I know Toronto is the most diverse city in the world (I think), and a lovely city at that. From what I know, it's a good example of how things should be...but it still has it's own issues...having to step over a homeless person at each intersection for 1.
gluten is bad for you!!
we don't all have the same problems ... many are similar but not all are the same ...
we got a boatload of issues - this city is not even remotely close to being perfect ... but as far as people of various religions, race, sex, etc... goes - its as good as any place i've been ...
I know Toronto is the most diverse city in the world (I think), and a lovely city at that. From what I know, it's a good example of how things should be...but it still has it's own issues...having to step over a homeless person at each intersection for 1.
Actually on a side note, that whole "Toronto is the most diverse city in the world" is a totally made up fact that managed to catch on enough where people just sort of assume it is true. There is no hard proof to show that it is true, since "diversity" is almost impossible to quantify so that cities can be compared.
Good things about diversity in Toronto:
1) The aforementioned tolerance and relative harmony.
2) The chance to be exposed to different cultures and practices
3) Really good restaurants ...
You know, the things all good white folk like ...
Bad things about diversity in Toronto:
1) the fairly recent growth of hiphop/gangsta subculture and the resultant shootings and gang activity
2) trying to communicate with cabbies
3) people in Toronto being even more smug than they'd otherwise be if they were less diverse.
Actually on a side note, that whole "Toronto is the most diverse city in the world" is a totally made up fact that managed to catch on enough where people just sort of assume it is true. There is no hard proof to show that it is true, since "diversity" is almost impossible to quantify so that cities can be compared.
i've been to London, New York, San Fran, Sydney, Berlin ... it is the most diverse city that i know ... whereelse can you go from korea town to portuguese town to little italy in like 15 mins on a bike?
Good things about diversity in Toronto:
1) The aforementioned tolerance and relative harmony.
2) The chance to be exposed to different cultures and practices
3) Really good restaurants ...
You know, the things all good white folk like ...
Bad things about diversity in Toronto:
1) the fairly recent growth of hiphop/gangsta subculture and the resultant shootings and gang activity
2) trying to communicate with cabbies
3) people in Toronto being even more smug than they'd otherwise be if they were less diverse.
altho there is gang activity for sure - toronto has less crime then vancouver ... and i would say torontonians are for the most part cold, not outwardly friendly ... and there is a smugness amongst some ...
having said that tho - having traveled across the country ... people hate us and for no real good reason ... it's quite funny actually ...
anyhoo - back to the thread topic ...
obama should NOT have to say anything about muslims as it relates to him
i've been to London, New York, San Fran, Sydney, Berlin ... it is the most diverse city that i know ... whereelse can you go from korea town to portuguese town to little italy in like 15 mins on a bike?
Stuff White People Like
#19 Traveling
January 23, 2008 by clander
White person travelling can be broken into two categories - First World and Third World.
First world is Europe and Japan, and man, this travel is not only beloved but absolutely essential in their development as white people.
Every white person takes at least one trip to Europe between the ages of 17-29. During this time they are likely to wear a back pack, stay at a hostel, meet someone from Ireland/Sweden/Italy with whom they have a memorable experience, get drunk, see some old churches and ride a train.
What’s amazing is that all white people have pretty much the same experience, but all of them believe theirs to be the first of its kind. So much so that they return to North America with ideas of writing novels and screenplays about their experience.
Upon returning home, they will also find an affinity for a particular beer or liquor from a country they visited. They use this as an excuse to mention their travels when at a bar. “Oh, I’ll have a Czechznlishiyush Pilsner. You see, that was my favorite beer when I was travelling through Slovenia and the Czech republic.”
The second type of white person travel is Third World. This is when they venture to Thailand, Africa or South America. Some do it so that they can one up the white people who only go to Europe.
But like with Europe, white people like to believe they are the first white people to make this trip. As such, they should be recognized as special and important individuals.
That’s right, by going to a country, riding around on a bus or train, staying at a hotel or hostel and eating - they are doing something important for the world.
If a white person shows up in your country, you can make them feel fantastic by saying how you’ve never seen a white person before, and that you are amazed by their iPod - “a device that plays many songs? impossible!”
They might give it to you, then you can sell it for profit. Repeat as necessary.
A good place to find white people on a Saturday is at a Bike Shop. Bike shops are almost entirely staffed and patronized by white people!
But not all white people love bicycles in the same way, there is much diversity. First up, we have the younger urban white folks who absolutely love their fixed gear bicycles. These are seen all over college towns, Silverlake in LA, Williamsburg in Brooklyn, Queen West in Toronto, and Victoria, British Columbia. Fixed gear bicycles meet a lot of requirements for white person acceptance. They can be made from older (i.e. vintage) bicycles, thus allowing the rider to have a unique bike that is unlikely to be ridden by anyone else in town. They are also easily customizable with expensive things Aerospoke rims, Phil Wood Hubs, and Nitto Parts. The combination of rare bicycles and expensive parts makes it easy for white people to judge other white people on the quality and originality of their bicycles. This is important in determining if someone is or isn’t cooler than you.
White people also like Mountain Bikes because it lets them be in nature. It’s really not more complicated than that.
And finally, they love expensive Road Bikes and the accompanying spandex uniforms. This enables them to ride long distances and wear really tight clothes without any social stigmas. These types of riders will spend upwards of $5,000 on a bicycle and up to $400 on accessories, but will not ride to work. Perhaps because they cannot wear the spandex. It is important that you never question why someone needs a $5000 bicycle since the answer is always “performance.”
For the most part, these rules have been unisex. But there is a special category of bicycles that appeal far more to white women, the European city bike (pictured). White women have a lot of fantasies about idealized lives, and one of them is living in Europe and riding around an old city on one of these bikes. They dream about waking up and riding to a little cafe, then visiting bakeries and cheese shops and finally riding home to prepare a fancy meal for their friends who will all eat under a canopy with white Christmas lights. This information can be used to help gain the trust/admiration of a white woman, especially if you can pull off a lie about how your mother told you about how she used to do all of these things when she was younger.
And of course, it goes without saying that white people who ride bikes like to talk about how they are saving the earth. If you know a person who rides to work, you should take them aside and say “Hey, thanks. Sincerely, The Earth.” Then give a thumbs up. That white person will ride home on a cloud.
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Just sayin is all. And this is coming from a white hick.
As for the original question, I have heard Obama qualify his statements many times exactly that way, saying he's not Muslim but it wouldn't be something to be ashamed of if he was.
ha! ... sliced bread sucks ...
but i see your nationalistic defenses are up so no point in continuing this discussion ...
Bullshit...all bread is good...what are you some kind of Atkins freak!!!
My nationalistic defenses...that's a good one. Here I'm saying everyone has the same kinds of problems...even Canada.
I know Toronto is the most diverse city in the world (I think), and a lovely city at that. From what I know, it's a good example of how things should be...but it still has it's own issues...having to step over a homeless person at each intersection for 1.
Whatever dude. You can pass them easily without stepping over them. just like I do.
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Anyone see Obama speak to that one jewish group the other day? (I think) He was like "I am not a Muslim" people start to laugh, then he goes on "and I have never been a muslim" few more smiles and laughs from some in the crowd. pretty sad stuff I think.
Anyway, I tend to think Obama talks white,looks black and acts like a politician.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/05/28/101-being-offended
Stuff White People Like
#101 Being Offended
May 28, 2008 by clander
To be offended is usually a rather unpleasant experience, one that can expose a person to intolerance, cultural misunderstandings, and even evoke the scars of the past. This is such an unpleasant experience that many people develop a thick skin and try to only be offended in the most egregious and awful situations. In many circumstances, they can allow smaller offenses to slip by as fighting them is a waste of time and energy. But white people, blessed with both time and energy, are not these kind of people. In fact there are few things white people love more than being offended.
Naturally, white people do not get offended by statements directed at white people. In fact, they don’t even have a problem making offensive statements about other white people (ask a white person about “flyover states”). As a rule, white people strongly prefer to get offended on behalf of other people.
It is also valuable to know that white people spend a significant portion of their time preparing for the moment when they will be offended. They read magazines, books, and watch documentaries all in hopes that one day they will encounter a person who will say something offensive. When this happens, they can leap into action with quotes, statistics, and historical examples. Once they have finished lecturing another white person about how it’s wrong to use the term “black” instead of “African-American,” they can sit back and relax in the knowledge that they have made a difference.
White people also get excited at the opportunity to be offended at things that are sexist and/or homophobic. Both cases offering ample opportunities for lectures, complaints, graduate classes, lengthy discussions and workshops. All of which do an excellent job of raising awareness among white people who hope to change their status from “not racist” to “super not racist.”
Another thing worth noting is that the threshold for being offended is a very important tool for judging and ranking white people. Missing an opportunity to be outraged is like missing a reference to Derrida-it’s social death.
If you ever need to make a white person feel indebted to you, wait for them to mention a book, film, or television show that features a character who is the same race as you, then say “the representation of <insert race> was offensive and if you can’t see that, well, you need to do some soul searching.” After they return from their hastily booked trip to land of your ancestors, they will be desperate to make it up to you. At this point, it is acceptable to ask them to help you paint your house.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/02/24/75-threatening-to-move-to-canada/
Stuff White People Like
#75 Threatening to Move to Canada
February 24, 2008 by clander
Often times, white people get frustrated with the state of their country. They do not like the President, or Congress, or the health care system, or the illegal status of Marijuana. Whenever they are presented with a situation that seems unreasonable to them, their first instinct is to threaten to move to Canada.
For example, if you are watching TV with white people and there is a piece on the news about that they do not agree with, they are likely to declare “ok, that’s it, I’m moving to Canada.”
Though they will never actually move to Canada, the act of declaring that they are willing to undertake the journey is very symbolic in white culture. It shows that their dedication to their lifestyle and beliefs are so strong, that they would consider packing up their entire lives and moving to a country that is only slightly different to the one they live in now.
Within white culture, it is agreed upon that if Canada had better weather it would be a perfect place.
Being aware that this information can be used quite easily to gain the trust of white people. Whenever they say, “I’m moving to Canada,” you must immediately respond with “I have relatives in Canada.”
They will then expect you to tell them about how Canada has a perfect healthcare system, legalized everything, and no crime. Though not true, it will reassure them that they are making the right choice by saying they want to move there.
But be warned, they will reference you in future conversations and possibly call on you to settle disputes about Canadian tax rates. So use this advice only if you plan to do some basic research.
Note: Canadian white people threaten to move to Europe.
Note: Europeans are unable to threaten to move anywhere.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/01/19/7-diversity/
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#7 Diversity
January 19, 2008 by clander
White people love ethnic diversity, but only as it relates to restaurants.
Many white people from cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York will spend hours talking about how great it is that they can get Sushi and Tacos on the same street.But then they send their kids to private school with other rich white kids, and live in neighborhoods like Santa Monica or Pacific Palisades.
But it’s important to note that white people to do not like to be called out on this fact. If you run an ethnic restaurant you can be guaranteed repeat business and huge tips if you act like your white customers are adventurous and cultured for eating food that it isn’t sandwiches or pasta.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/01/18/2-religions-that-their-parents-dont-belong-to/
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#2 Religions that their parents don’t belong to
January 18, 2008 by clander
White people will often say they are “spiritual” but not religious. Which usually means that they will believe any religion that doesn’t involve Jesus.
Popular choices include Buddhism, Hinduism, Kabbalah and, to a lesser extent, Scientology. A few even dip into Islam, but it’s much more rare since you have to give stuff up and actually go to Mosque.
Mostly they are into religion that fits really well into their homes or wardrobe and doesn’t require them to do very much.
very good, moron. here's a cookie.
"Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy."
- Ben Franklin
I think you took my comment a bit too literally...no need ot get defensive, I said Toronto was a lovely city.
HA! Freakin' awesome ...
You have a better opinion of TO than I do, and I'm a Canadian.
I was so joking man,
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/01/19/8-barack-obama/
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#8 Barack Obama
January 19, 2008 by clander
Because white people are afraid that if they don’t like him that they will be called racist.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/02/03/50-irony/
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#50 Irony
February 3, 2008 by clander
White people hate a lot of stuff (white people who vote republican, television, Vin Diesel movies, SUVs, fast food) but every once in a while they turn that hate into sweet irony.
Often times, white people will make a joke about how hard it is to define irony. It’s not that funny, and back in the 1990s people got all upset at Alanis Morrisette for using the term improperly in her song “Isn’t it Ironic?”
But the reason that white people love irony is that it lets them have some fun and feel better about themselves.
The most horrific recent example is Trucker hats, that shockingly went from mainstream in the 80s to Ironic in the early 2000s back to mainstream, at which point they are no longer rare or unique. Once something reaches this stage, irony cannot be restored for 10 years.
Other examples would include white people getting together to have a ‘white trash’ night where they would eat Kentucky Fried Chicken, drink Bud Light and watch Larry the Cable Guy or The Marine. Maybe listen to Kid Rock or P.O.D. These events allow white people to experience things they are supposed to hate, all while feeling better about their own lives, decisions, and cultured tastes.
Occassionally, white people will put an ironic knick knack in their home or apartment such as a “Support our Troops” magnet or a bottle of Mickey’s.
This can be used to your advantage. If you need to appear cool to white people, you just need to pick something that was popular 10+ years ago and put it in a prominent place at your desk or in your home. A C+C Music Factory Cassette, or a “2 Legit 2 Quit” t-shirt would both be acceptable examples.
Also, you might find yourself in conversation where you mention that you like something and there is an awkward silence indicating that it is not cool. In this situation, uou must say “oh yeah, I also like [insert similar things]” and smile, the white people will laugh and all will be well.
Dude, I was hoping you'd do this one!
Oh...my bad...my sensor must not be working today.
I bet if I was Canadian, I wouldn't ever have that problem.
Even if you did, we're just so damn tolerant that it wouldn't matter.
gluten is bad for you!!
we don't all have the same problems ... many are similar but not all are the same ...
we got a boatload of issues - this city is not even remotely close to being perfect ... but as far as people of various religions, race, sex, etc... goes - its as good as any place i've been ...
Actually on a side note, that whole "Toronto is the most diverse city in the world" is a totally made up fact that managed to catch on enough where people just sort of assume it is true. There is no hard proof to show that it is true, since "diversity" is almost impossible to quantify so that cities can be compared.
1) The aforementioned tolerance and relative harmony.
2) The chance to be exposed to different cultures and practices
3) Really good restaurants ...
You know, the things all good white folk like ...
Bad things about diversity in Toronto:
1) the fairly recent growth of hiphop/gangsta subculture and the resultant shootings and gang activity
2) trying to communicate with cabbies
3) people in Toronto being even more smug than they'd otherwise be if they were less diverse.
i've been to London, New York, San Fran, Sydney, Berlin ... it is the most diverse city that i know ... whereelse can you go from korea town to portuguese town to little italy in like 15 mins on a bike?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto
there's a thing about diversity in the write up ...
altho there is gang activity for sure - toronto has less crime then vancouver ... and i would say torontonians are for the most part cold, not outwardly friendly ... and there is a smugness amongst some ...
having said that tho - having traveled across the country ... people hate us and for no real good reason ... it's quite funny actually ...
anyhoo - back to the thread topic ...
obama should NOT have to say anything about muslims as it relates to him
Agreed. I don't think he should preface every statement he makes with some PC soundbyte ("not that there's anything wrong with that").
Stuff White People Like
#19 Traveling
January 23, 2008 by clander
White person travelling can be broken into two categories - First World and Third World.
First world is Europe and Japan, and man, this travel is not only beloved but absolutely essential in their development as white people.
Every white person takes at least one trip to Europe between the ages of 17-29. During this time they are likely to wear a back pack, stay at a hostel, meet someone from Ireland/Sweden/Italy with whom they have a memorable experience, get drunk, see some old churches and ride a train.
What’s amazing is that all white people have pretty much the same experience, but all of them believe theirs to be the first of its kind. So much so that they return to North America with ideas of writing novels and screenplays about their experience.
Upon returning home, they will also find an affinity for a particular beer or liquor from a country they visited. They use this as an excuse to mention their travels when at a bar. “Oh, I’ll have a Czechznlishiyush Pilsner. You see, that was my favorite beer when I was travelling through Slovenia and the Czech republic.”
The second type of white person travel is Third World. This is when they venture to Thailand, Africa or South America. Some do it so that they can one up the white people who only go to Europe.
But like with Europe, white people like to believe they are the first white people to make this trip. As such, they should be recognized as special and important individuals.
That’s right, by going to a country, riding around on a bus or train, staying at a hotel or hostel and eating - they are doing something important for the world.
If a white person shows up in your country, you can make them feel fantastic by saying how you’ve never seen a white person before, and that you are amazed by their iPod - “a device that plays many songs? impossible!”
They might give it to you, then you can sell it for profit. Repeat as necessary.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/02/10/61-bicycles/
Stuff White People Like
#61 Bicycles
February 10, 2008 by clander
A good place to find white people on a Saturday is at a Bike Shop. Bike shops are almost entirely staffed and patronized by white people!
But not all white people love bicycles in the same way, there is much diversity. First up, we have the younger urban white folks who absolutely love their fixed gear bicycles. These are seen all over college towns, Silverlake in LA, Williamsburg in Brooklyn, Queen West in Toronto, and Victoria, British Columbia. Fixed gear bicycles meet a lot of requirements for white person acceptance. They can be made from older (i.e. vintage) bicycles, thus allowing the rider to have a unique bike that is unlikely to be ridden by anyone else in town. They are also easily customizable with expensive things Aerospoke rims, Phil Wood Hubs, and Nitto Parts. The combination of rare bicycles and expensive parts makes it easy for white people to judge other white people on the quality and originality of their bicycles. This is important in determining if someone is or isn’t cooler than you.
White people also like Mountain Bikes because it lets them be in nature. It’s really not more complicated than that.
And finally, they love expensive Road Bikes and the accompanying spandex uniforms. This enables them to ride long distances and wear really tight clothes without any social stigmas. These types of riders will spend upwards of $5,000 on a bicycle and up to $400 on accessories, but will not ride to work. Perhaps because they cannot wear the spandex. It is important that you never question why someone needs a $5000 bicycle since the answer is always “performance.”
For the most part, these rules have been unisex. But there is a special category of bicycles that appeal far more to white women, the European city bike (pictured). White women have a lot of fantasies about idealized lives, and one of them is living in Europe and riding around an old city on one of these bikes. They dream about waking up and riding to a little cafe, then visiting bakeries and cheese shops and finally riding home to prepare a fancy meal for their friends who will all eat under a canopy with white Christmas lights. This information can be used to help gain the trust/admiration of a white woman, especially if you can pull off a lie about how your mother told you about how she used to do all of these things when she was younger.
And of course, it goes without saying that white people who ride bikes like to talk about how they are saving the earth. If you know a person who rides to work, you should take them aside and say “Hey, thanks. Sincerely, The Earth.” Then give a thumbs up. That white person will ride home on a cloud.
Dude, if you're not white, and you can prove it, I'll start a thread about how much I think Israel sucks.