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In reply to the discussion: I'm so disappointed, sad and a little angry to see so many people not only defend Northam [View all]BlueWI
(1,736 posts)The 1980s? LOL.
I was in college then, a predominantly white college at that. Dressing up in blackface to go drinking? Just as appalling and weird then as it is now. Obviously subcultures vary - and the more distance from black people and the less concern for racism, the more likely this nonsense happens. Not a ringing endorsement for standing behind this governor.
Sure, it's inevitable to have different opinions, and there will be lots of opinions defending the actions of a 25-year old privileged white man dressing up in blackface, and then claiming to be prepared to lead in an era where we're supposed to be the non racist party. Good luck with that.
I don't live in Virginia, but I prefer politicians that don't have to discover later in life that dressing in blackface is intolerable. The sooner this governor resigns the better if the goal is to win future elections and strengthen support from your most reliable base - black voters.