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Thanks for competing in the Taken Out of Context Awards!
I specifically stated: "Race is almost certainly a factor, but I doubt that it is nearly as significant as the MSM would like us to believe."
In other words, yes, I AGREE with you that race is totally overblown.
I also made it clear that I was working with a fair amount of supposition in my many parenthetical meanderings. In the end, all I have are media snippets and a few anecdotal experiences.
But you remain interested in remaining angry, and if that's your prerogative, so be it. The terms "arrogant jackass" and "shit the rainbows" are certainly the icing on your cake.
All I tried to do was make it clear that as always, the trend is oversimplification, and we are missing out on whole other issues. You seem more interested in rolling in the mud. Shall I assume that you are not attracted to conciliation and unity and find it to be a bunch of moon-eyed horse pocky? Again, your choice.
Lastly - good for you that you were once engaged to a black man. Since I DID state that race wasn't a big deal, don't expect me to congratulate you on being open-minded, or to give you bonus points for a certain special perspective.
