kjeannel
kjeannel t1_iuuhfxp wrote
Reply to comment by ahtasva in Cop shooter captured by GhostOfRobertTreat
You are speaking about a different issue here. Both (the crime and this discussion) are issues. OP is only pointing out that the word used to describe finding the suspect further embeds subliminal racism into our daily lives.
We already know the crime is a problem. That's obvious. This is an issue with the reporting of it.
kjeannel t1_iuug8is wrote
Reply to comment by DrixxYBoat in Cop shooter captured by GhostOfRobertTreat
Exactly. If people would just read a book, they'd understand.
So You Want To Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo goes into semantics and how word choice matters, particularly having to do with crime. "Captured" simply implies the man can be compared to an animal. This language would most likely not be used if the man were white. Maybe "Found" would be used instead. This is the problem.
Another book recommendation having to do with school is Pushout by Monique W. Morris. Heavy reading, though. Do it in batches.
It's scary y'all in the comments and downvoting are a part of this sub and may even live in Newark. At least do your homework while you're here.
kjeannel t1_jdl1g46 wrote
Reply to comment by octaviusmirranda in Upper Clinton hill by [deleted]
People might once in a while say something nasty under their breath, but I doubt you'd be messed with. I'm white, felt the same way initially, then I realized it's stupid to make situations all about myself.
As others have said, support local business and you'll be celebrated. And be aware of your surroundings as you have before, I'm sure. You'll have a great time