The Racism 'IShowSpeed' & Others Faced During FIFA Worldcup

The Ugly Underbelly of the Beautiful Game: Racism Faced by IShowSpeed and Players of African Descent at the FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is billed as the pinnacle of global unity—a festival where nations set aside differences, flags wave in harmony, and the world's most talented athletes showcase skill, passion, and resilience. In 2026, hosted across North America, it once again delivered unforgettable moments: dramatic upsets, stunning goals, and the electric atmosphere of packed stadiums. Yet, beneath the glamour and the roar of the crowds, a darker reality persisted. Incidents of racism targeted streamers like IShowSpeed and players or fans of African descent, particularly in matches involving Argentina, spotlighted ongoing issues in football and society.

These events were not isolated aberrations but part of a pattern that has drawn FIFA investigations, widespread condemnation, and heated debates across Latin America and beyond. They force us to confront uncomfortable truths about prejudice, cultural stereotypes, and what some describe as a Eurocentric superiority complex prevalent among segments of Argentine society and fandom. This post examines these incidents in detail, their context, impacts, and the broader implications for the sport we love. (Word count will build to approximately 3000 through comprehensive analysis.)

 The IShowSpeed Incident: Live-Streamed Humiliation

Darren Watkins Jr., better known as IShowSpeed, is a global phenomenon. With tens of millions of followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, the energetic American streamer brought his chaotic, high-energy style to the 2026 World Cup. He attended matches, interacted with fans, and livestreamed reactions that captured the tournament's spirit for a younger, digital audience.

During Argentina's 3-2 victory over Cape Verde at Miami Stadium on July 3, 2026, the mood soured dramatically. While livestreaming from the stands, Speed was approached or heckled by an Argentina supporter. Videos and audio captured the fan directing abusive language at him. Reports indicate the supporter told Speed to "go cry at the zoo"—a clear reference invoking animalistic tropes often used in racist abuse against Black people, equating them with monkeys or primates. Speed, visibly reacting, asked what was being said, highlighting the moment for his global audience.

FIFA swiftly launched an investigation, stating: "FIFA strongly condemns racism, hate and discrimination in all forms. These actions have no place in football, at the FIFA World Cup, or anywhere in society." The governing body confirmed awareness of the incident and initiated probes. Additional reports emerged of monkey gestures and slurs directed at Speed during other Argentina matches, amplifying the outrage.

For Speed, a Black content creator representing a new generation of football engagement, this was more than trash talk. It was a public dehumanization broadcast to millions. His streams often celebrate joy and cross-cultural moments, making the targeted abuse especially jarring. The incident went viral, sparking discussions on social media about accountability in stadiums and the responsibilities of high-profile fans and players.

This wasn't the only case. Argentine fans faced accusations of violence and racism toward supporters from Egypt and Cape Verde, including throwing beer bottles and abuse after goals. These reports from African teams' fans underscored a pattern during Argentina's knockout progression.

 Broader Racism Against Players of African Descent

The abuse toward Speed mirrored longstanding issues directed at professional players of African heritage. A prominent example involves the 2024 Copa América, where Argentina defeated Colombia in the final. In the aftermath, on the team bus, players—including midfielder Enzo Fernández—were filmed singing a chant mocking the French national team: "They play for France, but their parents are from Angola... Their mother is from Cameroon, while their father is from Nigeria. But their passport says French." The chant questioned the "Frenchness" of Black players with African roots, implying they weren't truly representative of the nation.

Fernández later apologized, claiming he was "caught up in the euphoria," but the French Football Federation pursued legal action. Anti-racism groups like Kick It Out demanded FIFA and CONMEBOL investigations. This wasn't fringe fan behavior; it involved national team players celebrating a major trophy. The chant echoed similar sentiments in club and international football, where Black athletes from diverse backgrounds face identity-based attacks.

Throughout the 2026 World Cup, similar dynamics played out. African teams like Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, and Cape Verde encountered coded or overt prejudice. Pundits faced backlash for "racist commentary," such as describing "African football" as "wild" or "unorthodox," reinforcing stereotypes of physicality over tactics.

Kylian Mbappé, of Cameroonian heritage, endured racist comments from a Paraguayan senator after a match, prompting condemnations from figures like George Weah and even French President Emmanuel Macron. These incidents highlight how success by players of African descent often triggers backlash rooted in notions of national purity or belonging.

In Argentina's case, fan chants, gestures, and online abuse toward Brazilian players (often highlighting Afro-Brazilian heritage) or opposing African teams have a documented history. Richarlison and others reported abuse, and club-level incidents in Copa Libertadores frequently involve bananas thrown on pitches or monkey noises.

 The Eurocentric Superiority Complex in Argentine Context

Critics, particularly across Latin America, link these incidents to a perceived Eurocentric superiority complex among many Argentinians. Argentina's demographics—shaped by massive 19th- and 20th-century European immigration (Spanish, Italian, etc.)—have fostered a national identity that some view as distinctly "European" compared to more Indigenous or mixed-heritage neighbors.

Former President Alberto Fernández infamously stated in 2021: "The Mexicans came from the Indians, the Brazilians came from the jungle, but we Argentines came from the ships... from Europe." This remark resurfaced during the World Cup, fueling resentment. Journalist Eduardo Feinmann's on-air rant against Mexicans—"I detest them with my soul"—after a match elimination further exemplified this. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called it "appalling."

Articles in outlets like the Los Angeles Times note that many in Latin America see Argentines as arrogant, viewing themselves as culturally superior due to European ancestry. This manifests in football as boisterous pride that crosses into disrespect, including racist tropes against "less European" teams. While not all Argentines hold these views—many condemn the behavior outright—the vocal minority and cultural normalization amplify the perception.

Argentina's history includes erasure of Black and Indigenous populations post-independence, with policies favoring European settlers. Black Argentines exist but have been marginalized in national narratives. This "whitening" legacy contributes to the complex, where European features and heritage are valorized.

In football, this translates to exceptionalism: Argentina's passionate support is legendary, but it sometimes veers into hostility. Rivalries with Brazil, Mexico, and others intensify it. During 2026, anti-Argentina sentiment surged among Latin American fans, with many rooting against them in the final (won by Spain). Samuel L. Jackson publicly urged Black people not to support Argentina, calling it one of "the most racist countries."

Defenders argue it's passionate banter, not systemic racism, and point to Argentina's own diversity and Jewish population. However, dismissing patterns ignores the harm. Racism in football is global—Europe has its Ultras issues, and elsewhere too—but Argentina's visibility in 2026 put it under scrutiny.

 Impacts on Victims and the Sport

The human cost is real. For IShowSpeed, a moment meant for fun became traumatic exposure. Young Black fans watching may feel unwelcome in stadiums. Players of African descent endure constant microaggressions and macro-abuse, affecting mental health and performance. Studies show racism contributes to higher stress, isolation, and even career impacts.

Broader society suffers too. Football can bridge divides, but unchecked prejudice deepens them. Latin American resentments toward Argentina reflect deeper class, race, and colonial legacies. The World Cup, meant for celebration, became a battleground for identity politics.

FIFA's responses—investigations, statements—are steps forward, but enforcement lags. Stadium bans, education campaigns, and player accountability (e.g., Fernández case) are needed. Technology like better surveillance helps, but cultural change is paramount.

 Toward a More Inclusive Future

Racism has no place in football or society. Incidents involving IShowSpeed and others of African descent during the 2026 World Cup remind us that progress is uneven. Addressing Eurocentric biases requires introspection: celebrating diverse heritages without hierarchy.

Argentina produced brilliance—Messi's legacy endures—but must confront fan and player excesses. Broader football community: fans, media, governing bodies—must prioritize inclusion. Education on history, anti-bias training, and amplifying Black voices help.

The World Cup's beauty lies in its universality. From African flair to European tactics, Asian resilience to Latin passion—it thrives on diversity. Let us honor that by calling out racism firmly, supporting victims, and building a game where every participant feels they belong, regardless of descent.

As fans, we demand better. Speed's streams showed joy's potential; let's ensure stadiums reflect that for all. FIFA, national federations, and supporters: act decisively. Only then can the beautiful game truly unite us.

 

Cardinal Dolan vs Hispanic Catholics

Cardinal Dolan's Final Act: Striking Back at Yonkers' Hispanic Community

In the waning days of his tenure as Archbishop of New York, Cardinal Timothy Dolan has issued what many are calling a parting shot at one of the archdiocese's most vibrant Hispanic communities: the parishioners of St. Mary's Church (officially the Church of the Immaculate Conception) in Yonkers. Just days after Pope Leo XIV accepted his resignation and appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks as his successor, Dolan released a new decree reaffirming the merger of St. Mary's parish into another, effectively sidelining the historic church that has served immigrants for 175 years. This move has reignited accusations that Dolan has long been unfriendly toward the growing Hispanic population in the archdiocese, prioritizing administrative consolidation over pastoral care for Latino Catholics.

St. Mary's Church, often dubbed the "Cathedral of the Hudson River Valley," stands as a symbol of immigrant resilience in Yonkers. Founded in 1848, it has historically welcomed waves of newcomers—Irish, Italian, and now predominantly Hispanic, with many parishioners from Dominican, Mexican, and other Latin American backgrounds. The community is known for its outreach to new immigrants, providing food, clothing, and support amid ongoing arrivals. Yet, under Dolan's leadership, the church has faced repeated threats of closure or merger, culminating in this latest decree that critics say defies a prior Vatican reversal.

The controversy traces back years. Dolan sought an "extinctive union" merging Immaculate Conception Parish (St. Mary's) with St. Peter-St. Denis Parish, meaning St. Mary's would lose its independent status. Largely Hispanic parishioners appealed, arguing the merger disregarded their cultural and spiritual needs. After Dolan rejected their appeal, they escalated to the Vatican's Dicastery for the Clergy, which revoked his decree earlier this year—the first such reversal in the Archdiocese of New York's history and only the ninth in modern U.S. Catholic history.

Undeterred, Dolan has now issued a new decree, described by local reports as disobedient to the Vatican. In it, he references "white flight to the suburbs, together with a substantial immigration of Hispanics," framing demographic shifts in a way that some see as dismissive. The decree also eliminates Spanish-language Masses previously offered, leaving only limited bilingual options initiated by parishioners themselves. Attendance at St. Mary's is reportedly at 80% capacity, with growth among Hispanic members—hardly the profile of a dying parish.

This isn't an isolated incident. Throughout Dolan's 16-year tenure (2009-2025), critics have pointed to a pattern of actions that appear hostile or indifferent to Hispanic Catholics, who now form a significant portion of the archdiocese's faithful. The Archdiocese of New York serves about 2.8 million Catholics, with Hispanics comprising a growing demographic—nearly one million in the region, by some estimates. Yet, Dolan's policies on parish reorganizations have disproportionately affected immigrant-heavy urban parishes.

The "Making All Things New" planning process (2010-2015) led to numerous mergers and closures, often in areas with strong Latino presence. In Yonkers alone, multiple churches serving immigrant communities faced consolidation. While financial pressures—declining attendance overall, priest shortages, and massive settlements for clergy abuse claims (over $300 million announced in 2025)—are cited as justifications, critics argue these decisions ignored the vitality of Hispanic parishes. St. Mary's, for instance, was deemed in need of $10 million in repairs, a figure disputed by independent engineers as exaggerated. The archdiocese banned the parish from fundraising for repairs, further fueling suspicions.

Broader criticisms highlight Dolan's silence on immigration issues affecting Hispanics. Despite the national debate over migrant rights and policies, Dolan remained notably quiet, even as other bishops advocated strongly. His associations drew scrutiny too: praising conservative figures criticized for anti-Latino rhetoric indirectly tied him to broader insensitivity.

Perhaps most emblematic of perceived unfriendliness is Dolan's approach to episcopal appointments. Despite the rapid growth of Hispanic Catholics, he appointed mostly white auxiliary bishops during his tenure. It wasn't until 2022—late in his leadership—that he welcomed the appointment of Bishop Joseph Espaillat, a Dominican-American priest, as auxiliary bishop. Espaillat, born in New York to Dominican immigrants, became the first Dominican-origin bishop in the U.S. and the youngest at the time.

While celebrated by many as a milestone, some viewed it as tokenism—a superficial gesture amid years of underrepresentation. Espaillat's appointment came from Pope Francis, not Dolan directly, and followed calls for greater Latino leadership. Critics noted it as the only such appointment under Dolan, despite Hispanics being "not just part of the Catholic Church in New York, they are the Church here," as Dolan himself once acknowledged in a Lenten message.

Espaillat's rise has been refreshing for many Dominican Catholics, who see him as a bridge to younger, urban Latinos. Known for his engaging style—rapping, podcasting on "Sainthood in the City," and youth ministry—he represents the future. Yet, his appointment highlighted the delay: why only one, and so late? Where is the Puerto Rican bishop? Puerto Rican Catholics paved the wave for other Hispanics by joining the late Bishop Francis Garmendia of Basque decent as he founded the Charistmatic Center. 

Dolan's defenders point to efforts like supporting Hispanic ministry, Lenten videos in Spanish, and a mural at St. Patrick's Cathedral celebrating immigrants. He oversaw outreach and acknowledged Latinos' importance. But actions like the Yonkers decree overshadow these, especially as his successor, Bishop Hicks—a missionary with experience in Latin America and fluency in Spanish—signals a potential shift toward greater inclusion.

Hicks, who has expressed a "great heart" for the Latino community, takes over in February 2026. Parishioners at St. Mary's are appealing Dolan's latest decree to the Vatican again, hoping the new leadership brings reconciliation.

This episode raises deeper questions about the Church's adaptation to demographic reality. As white attendance declines in urban areas, Hispanic Catholics sustain many parishes. Policies that merge or close these without robust alternatives risk alienating the faithful keeping the Church alive.

Cardinal Dolan's legacy is complex: media-savvy, charismatic, defender against secular threats. But in Yonkers, many Hispanic Catholics feel his final act was one of retribution—striking back at a community that dared appeal to Rome. Whether valid under canon law or not, it leaves a bitter taste as he exits.

The Church in New York stands at a crossroads. With Hicks incoming, perhaps a more welcoming era for Hispanics begins. For St. Mary's parishioners, the fight continues—not just for a building, but for recognition that their faith matters.

 References and Links

1. "Cardinal Dolan Takes a Final Shot at Yonkers and its Hispanic Community" - Yonkers Times (December 22, 2025): https://yonkerstimes.com/cardinal-dolan-takes-a-final-shot-at-yonkers-and-its-hispanic-community/

2. "Cardinal Dolan Destroys Archdiocese of NY" - Sacerdotus Blog (2025): https://www.sacerdotus.com/2025/12/cardinal-dolan-destroys-archdiocese-of.html (Discusses auxiliary appointments and perceptions of tokenism regarding Bishop Espaillat)

3. "Joseph Espaillat is New York's first Dominican bishop" - National Catholic Reporter: https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/joseph-espaillat-new-yorks-first-dominican-bishop-what-does-mean-our-church

4. "Hispanic Community in Yonkers Rallies to Save St. Mary’s Church" - Yonkers Times (2024): https://yonkerstimes.com/hispanic-community-in-yonkers-rallies-to-save-st-marys-church/

5. "Pope Leo replaces New York's Cardinal Dolan in shake-up of US Church" - Reuters (December 18, 2025): https://www.reuters.com/world/us/pope-leo-replaces-new-yorks-cardinal-dolan-shake-up-us-church-2025-12-18/

6. Wikipedia entry on Joseph A. Espaillat: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_A._Espaillat (For background on his 2022 appointment)

7. Archdiocese of New York official statements and historical parish data referenced from various reports on "Making All Things New" reorganizations.

Governor Hochul: Bronx Kids Do Not Know the Word 'Computer'

The recent comments made by Governor Kathy Hochul at a forum have sparked a significant conversation about the condescending attitudes of politicians, in particular, non-Hispanic whites, the digital divide, and its impact on communities, particularly in the Bronx. The governor's remarks, which suggested that black children in the Bronx may not be familiar with the term "computer," have been met with criticism from local politicians and the public.

The digital divide refers to the gap between those who have easy access to computers and the internet, and those who do not. This gap can significantly affect education, job opportunities, and economic growth. Governor Hochul's comments have brought attention to the ongoing issue of unequal access to technology, which is a critical factor in educational and professional development.

However, most of the talk was regarding her comments saying that Black children in the Bronx do not know what the word "computer" means. These comments were condescending and offensive to minorities especially the talented and intelligent young people of the Bronx. The comments reflect how out of touch the governor is and show the "White Gaze" often projected by non-Hispanic whites where they assume things of other racial groups and believe their knowledge or take is what is reality. Never mind that the Bronx High School of Science, BASE, Dodge High School, Alfred E Smith, and other schools that use science, and computers and teach app creation exist in the Bronx or that Astrophysicist Neil Degrasse Tyson graduated from the Bronx High School of Science.  The governor is clearly aloof to the Bronx and its people and history.  

Of course, our beautiful Black children in the Bronx know what a computer is!  I would bet top dollar they know how to use it and phones better than the governor and her staff!  

In response to the backlash, Governor Hochul expressed regret for her words and clarified her commitment to expanding economic opportunities for communities of color. She emphasized the importance of providing access to technology to help children and young adults in the Bronx and other underserved areas pursue high-paying jobs in emerging industries like artificial intelligence.

Local leaders in the Bronx have responded by highlighting the intelligence, resilience, and potential of the children in their community. They have called for more support and resources to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn and grow in the digital age.

This incident underscores the need for continued efforts to bridge the digital divide and create equal opportunities for all. It is a reminder that words matter and that leaders must be careful in their communication, especially when discussing sensitive issues related to race and inequality.

Here are some Bronx kids' replies to the governor:

For more detailed coverage on this topic, you can refer to the original articles from various news outlets.

Source:

Mayor Adams gives Gov. Hochul pass on remarks about Bronx Black kids not knowing what 'computer is' (nydailynews.com)

New York governor said Black kids in the Bronx do not know the word ‘computer’ | Kathy Hochul | The Guardian

NY governor regrets saying Black kids in the Bronx don't know what a computer is | AP News

Racism in The Catholic Church

Racism in the Catholic Church is a serious and persistent problem that violates the dignity and unity of the human family. The Church has condemned racism as a sin and has supported the struggles for racial justice and equality, but it has also been complicit in perpetuating racism through its history and actions. Some examples of this are: 

- the enslavement and killing of indigenous people by Christopher Columbus with the backing of the church; 

- the issuance of papal bulls that authorized the conquest and exploitation of non-Christian lands and peoples ; 

- the opposition and threats that white Catholics in Chicago and other cities made to the archdiocese for its support of desegregation  ; 

- the lack of representation and inclusion of Black, brown, and other marginalized Catholics in the leadership and decision-making of the church ; 

- the silence and indifference that many white Catholics have shown to the ongoing issues of police brutality, mass incarceration, and economic inequality that disproportionately affect people of color ; 

- the denial and dismissal of the experiences and perspectives of Black Catholics and other Catholics of color by some white Catholics who claim to be colorblind or not racist ; 

- the failure to address the root causes of racism and injustice in society and within the church, such as white supremacy, colonialism, and privilege.      

The Church has a moral responsibility to confront its own racism and to promote a culture of encounter and solidarity among all people, following the example and teachings of Jesus Christ, who came to bring good news to the poor and oppressed.

The Catholic Church teaches that racism is a sin that violates the dignity and unity of the human family, created in the image and likeness of God and redeemed by Christ. The Church condemns all forms of racism, including racist ideas, acts of racial discrimination, and systemic racism. The Church also calls for personal and social conversion to overcome the evil of racism and to promote justice and solidarity among all people.

According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, "Every form of social or cultural discrimination in fundamental personal rights on the grounds of sex, race, color, social conditions, language, or religion must be curbed and eradicated as incompatible with God's design." [1]

Pope Francis has denounced racism as a "virus that mutates and instead of disappearing, goes into hiding, and lurks in waiting." [2] He has also expressed solidarity with those who protest peacefully against racism and injustice. [3]

The U.S. bishops have issued several pastoral letters on racism, such as Brothers and Sisters to Us (1979), What We Have Seen and Heard (1984), and Open Wide Our Hearts (2018). These documents acknowledge the history and reality of racism in the United States, especially against African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, and other ethnic minorities. They also offer pastoral guidance on how to combat racism through education, dialogue, advocacy, and action. [4]

The Church also recognizes the role of systemic racism in perpetuating racial inequalities and injustices. Systemic racism refers to the policies and practices of institutions that have the effect of favoring one racial group over another, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Examples of systemic racism include segregation laws, voter suppression, mass incarceration, educational disparities, health care gaps, and economic exploitation. [5]

The Church urges Catholics to examine their own attitudes and actions that may contribute to racism, as well as to challenge the structures and systems that foster it. The Church also invites Catholics to listen to the voices and experiences of those who suffer from racism, to learn from their wisdom and witness, and to work with them for racial healing and harmony. [6]

References:

[1] Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1935.

[2] Pope Francis, General Audience, June 3, 2020.

[3] Pope Francis, Angelus, June 7, 2020.

[4] See https://www.usccb.org/committees/ad-hoc-committee-against-racism/pastoral-letters-and-statements

[5] See https://thejesuitpost.org/2020/07/catholic-101-should-a-catholic-be-an-antiracist/

[6] See https://www.usccb.org/resources/practical-steps-eradicating-racism

Racist Phrases You May Not Even Know Of

Many people use common words or phrases without knowing that they have racist origins or connotations. Here are some examples of such expressions and why they are offensive, along with some historical background:

- Peanut gallery: This phrase is used to describe a group of noisy or critical people, but it originally referred to the section in Vaudeville-era theaters where Black people were forced to sit. The term implies that Black people were loud, disruptive, and ignorant. The term also has roots in the minstrel shows of the 19th century, where white performers in blackface would mock Black people and throw peanuts at them.

- Spaz: This word is often used to mock someone who is clumsy, hyperactive, or nervous, but it derives from the word "spastic", which was once a medical term for people with cerebral palsy. The word is considered very insulting and ableist in many countries. The word was first used as an insult in the 1950s in Britain, where it was also a slang term for a stupid person.

- Hooligans: This word is used to describe rowdy or violent people, especially young men, but it comes from a racist cartoon in the 19th century that depicted a family of Irish immigrants in London as poor, dirty, and criminal. The cartoon was based on a real family named Hooligan, who were notorious for their crimes and fights. The word became popular in the media and was used to stereotype Irish people as savage and unruly.

- Cannibal: This word is used to describe someone who eats human flesh, but it originates from the name of a tribe in the Caribbean, the Canibales or the Caribs, who were allegedly known for practicing cannibalism. The word was used by European colonizers to justify their violence and enslavement of the indigenous people. The word also has a connection to the Spanish word for dog, can, which suggests that the colonizers saw the Caribs as less than human.

- Mumbo jumbo: This phrase is used to describe something that is confusing or meaningless, but it likely comes from the name of a West African god, Maamajomboo, who was associated with domestic violence and misogyny. The god was represented by a masked figure who would intervene in marital disputes and punish women who disobeyed their husbands. The phrase was adopted by English speakers in the 18th century to mock African religions and cultures.

- Fuzzy wuzzy: This term is used to refer to a teddy bear or someone with curly hair, but it was originally a racist slur for the people of an East African nomadic tribe, who had dark skin and curly hair. The term was also used by British colonial soldiers to mock other indigenous populations in Sudan and Papua New Guinea.  The term comes from a derogatory poem by Rudyard Kipling, who wrote: "Fuzzy-Wuzzy broke the square / He hadn't got no papers."

- Sold down the river: This idiom is used to describe someone who is betrayed or abandoned by someone else, but it comes from the practice of slave owners in the upper South selling their slaves to plantation owners in the lower South, where conditions were much harsher. The phrase implies that the slaves were disposable and worthless. The phrase also has a literal meaning, as many slaves were transported down the Mississippi River to be sold at auctions in New Orleans.

- Master bedroom: This term is used to describe the largest bedroom in a house, usually with an attached bathroom, but it evokes the history of slavery and plantation life, where the master had the most luxurious and spacious room. The term also implies a gendered and hierarchical relationship between the occupants of the house. The term was first used in a 1926 Sears catalog to advertise a new type of house design that featured a private bedroom for the parents.

- Blacklist/whitelist: These terms are used to describe lists of people or things that are excluded or included from something, such as a computer network or a social event, but they reinforce the idea that black is bad and white is good. The terms also have historical associations with discrimination and oppression of Black people. The terms date back to at least the 17th century, when they were used to refer to lists of criminals or enemies. In the 20th century, they were also used to refer to lists of people who were banned from working in Hollywood for being suspected of having communist sympathies.

- Gyp: This verb is used to describe cheating or swindling someone out of something, but it comes from the word "Gypsy", which is a derogatory name for the Romani people, an ethnic group that has faced centuries of persecution and prejudice in Europe. The word implies that the Romani people are dishonest and untrustworthy. The word was first recorded as an insult in the 19th century, when the Romani people were often accused of stealing or tricking people out of their money or belongings.

- Eskimo: This noun is used to refer to the indigenous people of northern Canada, Alaska, Greenland, and Siberia, but it is considered offensive by many of them. The word comes from a French term that means "eaters of raw meat", which was based on a derogatory name given by another Native American tribe. The preferred terms are Inuit or Yupik, depending on the region. The word was first used by European explorers in the 16th century, who did not understand the diversity and complexity of the Arctic cultures. The word also ignores the fact that many of these people cooked their food or ate plants and berries.

- Long time no see: This phrase is used to greet someone who has not been seen for a long time, but it is based on a mocking imitation of Native American or Chinese speech patterns in English. The phrase implies that these groups have poor grammar and limited vocabulary.  The phrase was first recorded in the 19th century, when it was used as a humorous way of mimicking the broken English of Native Americans or Chinese immigrants. The phrase also reflects the colonial and racist attitudes of the English speakers who considered themselves superior to these groups.

These are just some examples of everyday expressions that have racist origins or connotations. It is important to be aware of the history and meaning behind the words we use and how they might affect others. Language is powerful and can create or reinforce stereotypes and prejudices.

Sources:

: https://bestlifeonline.com/offensive-sayings/

: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/common-words-phrases-racist-origins-connotations_l_5efcfb63c5b6ca9709188c83

: https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/everyday-speech-racist-words/

: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/opinion/24-expressions-with-racist-origins-that-you-may-want-to-stop-using/ss-BB1jfXmz

: https://www.rd.com/list/everyday-expressions-that-are-racist/

: https://www.etymonline.com/word/mumbo%20jumbo

: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46780/fuzzy-wuzzy

: https://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/sold-down-the-river.html

: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/home/the-case-for-renaming-the-master-bedroom/2020/07/14/0d7a9a2c-c3f0-11ea-b178-bb7b05b94af1_story.html

: https://www.dictionary.com/e/blacklist-vs-whitelist/

: https://www.etymonline.com/word/gyp

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: https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/long-time-no-see/

Racism from 'Mundabor,' Taylor Marshall & So-called 'Traditionalists' against Africans

Like the Pharisees, some so-called "traditionalist" Catholics love to nitpick how a priest is dressed at Mass, the vestments are used or even if he wears a cassock or if his clerical collar shirt has long sleeves. Short sleeves are frowned upon. I guess forearms are too sexual. Nuns are not immune either. If a habit is not full enough to cover a woman like a hajib, then this nun is labeled all kinds of things. God help her if she is not in a habit. The criticism is just childish and borderline psychotic. Well, Pope Francis is not immune either.

After viewing his recent trip to Africa, they began to target his chasuble and crosier or ferula. Nevermind listening to the homily or the Mass. These are not important enough like what the pope wears is. Rather, they focused on a chasuble with a leopard pattern to them. Conspiracist Taylor Marshall took to Twitter and Instagram to mock the pope with some sarcasm.

Leopard skin vestments? I’m guessing that doesn’t come in fiddleback. pic.twitter.com/e2n1AaA4Cg

— Dr Taylor Marshall 🔥 (@TaylorRMarshall) September 8, 2019

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2J13pFjLdV/

A white wealthy man criticizing African cultural expressions in the liturgy is not good optics. Implicit racism anyone? If that is not bad enough, a so-called "traditionalist" blogger posted a very offensive blog post where the pope is mocked and racism is put on full display. This blogger goes after the pope attacking his use of the chasuble and ferula while at the same time disparaging African natives. The blogger writes:

"What does an idiot who visits Africa does? He tries to please the natives with leopard themed vestments.
It is not only the vulgarity that is staggering. It is the condescending stupidity that once again with this man, leaves one speechless. Pope Francis has become the best parody of himself.
Oh, and have you seen the Ferula? Suitably simple, as befits the poor, primitive, leopard-loving natives."

The blogger then ends the post with a very unchristian and quite frankly, racist remark, "Imagine how happy the simple natives will be!"

So there you have it. This blogger makes fun of the use of the simple wooden ferula that comes from the native people in the area and calls them "simple natives." That is right. This blogger describes African natives as "simple."

It is not difficult to see that whoever wrote this blog is not shy about being a racist. Taylor himself implicitly has demonstrated his racism as well. Both of these bloggers either are willfully ignorant or are truly racists. There is no gray area. To attack the pope for using vestments that inculturate the people of Africa is an insult to the African people and their culture. It is xenophobic and racist. This eurocentric mentality has no place in the Catholic Church which prides herself as being universal. This is what the word "Catholic" means. The Catholic Church is centered in Rome, but this does not mean it is the "Eurotholic" Church. She is the Catholic "Universal" Church.

A white wealthy man criticizing #African cultural expressions in the #liturgy. Implicit #racism? #Catholic #CatholicChurch #catholicism #Catholics #CatholicTwitter #traditionalists #traditionalcatholic #AmazonSynod pic.twitter.com/uWEYLNYAE1

— ☧Sacerdotus™⚛✡ (@Sacerdotus) September 23, 2019

The Catholic Church has always incorporated elements from the cultures she has encountered. Any well educated Catholic knows this. Why Marshall and "Mundabor" do not know this is troubling. In fact, Catholicism incorporated things from Judaism and Paganism. Judaism incorporated things from Paganism such as the idea of sacrifice and use of altars. The Catholic Church has made use of altars which are Pagan and origin, and temples. In fact, the Church had no building until about 313 AD when Constantine legalized Catholicism. He gave the Pagan temples to the Catholic bishops. This is why our churches are modeled after the famous Pagan temples in Rome. Later on, architecture for churches developed adopting cultural elements from the regions the Church found herself in. In Catholic parishes and chapels around the world, you may have noticed a red lamp with a candle. This is usually hanging above the altar or next to the Tabernacle. The candle is called the Sanctuary Lamp. It serves as an indication that God is present. In other words, Jesus is in the Tabernacle under the Sacred Species of consecrated bread or hosts. This lamp comes from the Jewish one call the Ner Tamid which served the same purpose. The lamp is perpetually on in every Synagogue and is an indication that God is present. I can go on and on, but we get the point of how the Church as incorporated many elements from Judaism from which she was born from and Paganism, whom she has evangelized.

There is nothing wrong with this. The Church makes it clear that culture is important when evangelizing people, Gaudium Spes states:

53. Man comes to a true and full humanity only through culture, that is through the cultivation of the goods and values of nature. Wherever human life is involved, therefore, nature and culture are quite intimately connected one with the other.
The word "culture" in its general sense indicates everything whereby man develops and perfects his many bodily and spiritual qualities; he strives by his knowledge and his labor, to bring the world itself under his control. He renders social life more human both in the family and the civic community, through improvement of customs and institutions. Throughout the course of time he expresses, communicates and conserves in his works, great spiritual experiences and desires, that they might be of advantage to the progress of many, even of the whole human family.
Thence it follows that human culture has necessarily a historical and social aspect and the word "culture" also often assumes a sociological and ethnological sense. According to this sense we speak of a plurality of cultures. Different styles of life and multiple scales of values arise from the diverse manner of using things, of laboring, of expressing oneself, of practicing religion, of forming customs, of establishing laws and juridic institutions, of cultivating the sciences, the arts and beauty. Thus the customs handed down to it form the patrimony proper to each human community. It is also in this way that there is formed the definite, historical milieu which enfolds the man of every nation and age and from which he draws the values which permit him to promote civilization (Gaudium Et Spes).

So we see here how culture is very important in the life of man. Culture develops and perfects all that man is, body and soul. When evangelizing, culture is extremely important. The Church has to know and understand the people she is preaching the Gospel to. St. Pope Paul VI tells us:

Evangelization loses much of its force and effectiveness if it does not take into consideration the actual people to whom it is addresses [sic], if it does not use their language, their signs and symbols, if it does not answer the questions they ask, and if it does not have an impact on their concrete life (Evangelii Nuntiandi, 63).

If the Church does not use the language of the people and their signs and symbols, she cannot fully evangelize the people. This is why culture is extremely important, especially in evangelization and the Liturgy. Moreover, the Church borrows from the customs and ways of the people she evangelizes. We read in Ad Gentes:

22. The seed which is the word of God, watered by divine dew, sprouts from the good ground and draws from thence its moisture, which it transforms and assimilates into itself, and finally bears much fruit. In harmony with the economy of the Incarnation, the young churches, rooted in Christ and built up on the foundation of the Apostles, take to themselves in a wonderful exchange all the riches of the nations which were given to Christ as an inheritance (cf Ps. 2:8). They borrow from the customs and traditions of their people, from their wisdom and their learning, from their arts and disciplines, all those things which can contribute to the glory of their Creator, or enhance the grace of their Savior, or dispose Christian life the way it should be.(5) (Ad Gentes)

The things the Church borrows from the culture of the people she evangelizes is used to give glory to the Creator and enhance the graces needed so the Christian life can be lived. These elements are culture are purified in order to serve God. We read in Lumen Gentium:

Through her work, whatever good is in the minds and hearts of men, whatever good lies latent in the religious practices and cultures of diverse peoples, is not only saved from destruction but is also cleansed, raised up and perfected unto the glory of God, (Lumen Gentium 17)

So we see that the Catholic Church does not want to destroy or erase the culture of the people and replace it. Rather, she borrows from them, cleanses them and uses them to glorify God and evangelize the people so that the people can live their Christian life as it should be lived. The Catholic Church is not an imperialistic empire looking to assimilate and destroy other cultures. She has made it clear. In Faith and Inculturation and Evangelii Praecones, we read this clearly:

24. The Holy Spirit does not establish a superculture, but is the personal and vital principle which will vivify the new community in working in harness with its members (FAITH AND INCULTURATION, 1988).

"The Church's aim is not the domination of peoples or the gaining of temporal dominions; she is eager only to bring the supernatural light of faith to all peoples, and to promote the interests of civilization and culture, and fraternal concord among nations."[23] (Evangelii Praecones)

The idea that every culture must adopt a European or white way of doing this is not the Church's thinking. As stated, The Holy Spirit did not create a super culture in the Church that seeks to replace other cultures. The Catholic Church does not exist to dominate other people and erase their culture. Rather, she cleanses them and makes use of them so they can glorify God and evangelize the people more effectively. Evangelii Praecones goes further by stating:

58. This is the reason why the Catholic Church has neither scorned nor rejected the pagan philosophies. Instead, after freeing them from error and all contamination she has perfected and completed them by Christian revelation. So likewise the Church has graciously made her own the native art and culture which in some countries is so highly developed. She has carefully encouraged them and has brought them to a point of aesthetic perfection that of themselves they probably would never have attained. By no means has she repressed native customs and traditions but has given them a certain religious significance (Evangelii Praecones 58)

We said: "The herald of the Gospel and messenger of Christ is an apostle. His office does not demand that he transplant European civilization and culture, and no other, to foreign soil, there to take root and propagate itself. His task in dealing with these peoples, who sometimes boast of a very old and highly developed culture of their own, is to teach and form them so that they are ready to accept willingly and in a practical manner the principles of Christian life and morality; principles, I might add, that fit into any culture, provided it be good and sound, and which give that culture greater force in safeguarding human dignity and in gaining human happiness. Catholic inhabitants of missionary countries, although they are first of all citizens of the Kingdom of God and members of His great family,[46] do not for all that cease to be citizens of their earthly fatherland."[47] (Evangelii Praecones 60)

So as you can see, the Catholic Church does not seek to make every culture into a European one. While we are the Latin rite, that does not mean that every culture must become Roman in the cultural sense. That being stated, "Mundabor" and the comments made about the Shaman etc are out of line and purely ignorant. It shows that this blogger does not know Catholicism well and how it works. The same applies to Taylor Marshall. Despite having a Ph.D. and Protestant theology degrees during his time as an Anglican priest, he has demonstrated his ignorance of Catholicism. Making fun of the pope's chasuble is pretty much-making fun of African culture. It demonstrates a subliminal form of white supremacy. European white culture is not superior to that of the African's. The Catholic Church has made it clear and any sane and intelligent person would know this.

The chasuble itself is something the Catholic Church borrowed from Pagan Rome. It had a secular use, or to borrow from so-called "traditionalists," a vulgar use. This is why I find it silly when these so-called "traditionalists" nitpick chasubles and the like. It really shows that they are ignorant of the Catholic Church, her Liturgy, and her history. Moreover, "Mundabor" attacked the use of the simple ferula the pope carried. EWTN announcers during the Mass stated that this ferula was made from the debris of homes destroyed after a natural disaster hit. In other words, this ferula has a symbolic meaning for the African people the pope was visiting. To mock it is to mock the suffering the people endured during and after the disaster. Very Christian behavior right?

The General Instruction of the Roman Missal tells us that the Church allows for flexibility on materials for vestments. Vestments can reflect the cultural richness of a region and can be approved by the bishops of the region. It says:

342. As regards the form of sacred vestments, Conferences of Bishops may determine and propose to the Apostolic See adaptations that correspond to the needs and the usages of the individual regions.[137]

343. For making sacred vestments, in addition to traditional materials, natural fabrics proper to each region may be used, and also artificial fabrics that are in keeping with the dignity of the sacred action and the sacred person. The Conference of Bishops will be the judge of this matter.[138]

344. It is fitting that the beauty and nobility of each vestment not be sought in an abundance of overlaid ornamentation, but rather in the material used and in the design. Ornamentation on vestments should, moreover, consist of figures, that is, of images or symbols, that denote sacred use, avoiding anything unbecoming to this.

345. Diversity of color in the sacred vestments has as its purpose to give more effective expression even outwardly whether to the specific character of the mysteries of faith to be celebrated or to a sense of Christian life’s passage through the course of the liturgical year.

-http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/the-mass/general-instruction-of-the-roman-missal/girm-chapter-6.cfm

Number 343 makes it clear that the use of traditional materials and natural fabrics is allowed by the Catholic Church for vestments. Moreover, according to Dr. Jeanetta Selier, leopard skins are used for ceremonial wear in both religious and cultural ceremonies.  The KwaZulu-Natal and Swaziland groups, as well as, the Nazareth Baptis Shembe sect uses it in their worship. In the west, it is a symbol of wisdom. In other words, African culture sees the leopard pattern as equal to gold or silk. It is valuable in their culture.

I hope this post helps Catholics understand how the Catholic Church works with other cultures and why the pope may wear vestments that may look strange to an outsider. He is not trying to disrespect the faith or start a fashion trend. The vestments are meant to incorporate the culture of the people he is visiting. This is what the Church has always done. Remember, the use of vestments was never really part of the Church. She borrowed it from secular, Jewish and Pagan use. It as not until about the year 800 that vestments were formalized and universal in the Church. The chasuble the Church used was more like the one we use today and not the shorter sleeveless fiddleback one that is used in the Extraordinary Form. Knowledge is power. Hopefully "Mundabor" and "Marshall will take the time to do research and not post false information on social media about the Liturgy and the Catholic faith.

Racism in any form is a sin and is evil. It can manifest explicitly or implicitly. "Mundabor" and "Taylor Marshall" need to be more careful and avoid posting racist commentary. Remember, Africa is the life of the Catholic Church now. She is thriving there and vocations are coming out of the MotherLand, Africa more than any other place. She is supplying other regions with priests. Let us respect the African Catholic Church and all cultures the Catholic Church has adopted as her own.

But any kind of social or cultural discrimination in basic personal rights on the grounds of sex, race, color, social conditions, language or religion, must be curbed and eradicated as incompatible with God's design.
Gaudium et Spes (“The Church in the Modern World”), Vatican II, 1965, #29.

The equality of men rests essentially on their dignity as persons and the rights that flow from it: Every form of social or cultural discrimination in fundamental personal rights on the grounds of sex, race, color, social conditions, language, or religion must be curbed and eradicated as incompatible with God’s design.
Catechism of the Catholic Church, The Vatican, 1992, #1935.

Diversity is a beautiful thing when it can constantly enter into a process of reconciliation and seal a sort of cultural covenant resulting in a “reconciled diversity.”
Evangelii Gaudium (“Joy of the Gospel”), Pope Francis, 2013, Chapter 4, #230.

Also, this fetishism with vestments is not healthy,  psychologically speaking. it may be an indicator of repressed homosexual tendencies.   Externals are externals, nothing more.  There is no need to engage in scruples by nitpicking everyone and what they are wearing at Mass.  If Africans see leopard skins as valuable and worthy to use as vestments, who is Taylor or anyone else to judge?  It is not the place for white men, or any layman to dictate how Africans run their liturgies. They have their bishop's conferences and the GIRM gives them the authority to use whatever materials they want for their vestments.  If the pope wore then, then clearly he approved of them.  The pope always has the final word. 

What do you think? Post below on Disque. Be sure to follow the rules on commenting.









Source:

https://mundabor.wordpress.com/2019/09/09/pope-leopard-the-african-shaman/

https://twitter.com/TaylorRMarshall/status/1170707050336260096?

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/15388a.htm

http://w2.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_p-vi_exh_19751208_evangelii-nuntiandi.html

http://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19641121_lumen-gentium_en.html

http://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651207_ad-gentes_en.html

http://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2006/07/on-origin-and-development-of-vestments.html#.XYnMYlVKiM8

http://w2.vatican.va/content/pius-xii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xii_enc_02061951_evangelii-praecones.html

https://zenit.org/articles/the-story-behind-the-pope-s-wooden-crozier/

https://www.sanbi.org/animal-of-the-week/african-leopard/

'BlackFace' Colorado Students

It is Friday the 13th, so why not start the day with some strange news? 

The triggered are out in force again. Someone posted on Facebook a photo of Caucasian college kids with "blackface." Immediately, claims of racism and whatnot were thrown around on the post.

 "Blackface" was used a century ago in movies and other plays to portray African Americans. Some take offense to this portrayal and call it hate or racism, others consider it satire or free speech.





Some have contacted Colorado State University calling for the students to be expelled. However, Colorado State University said that they will not punish the students because the students are in their right to do this under the first amendment. A year ago, Megyn Kelly was fired from her NBC Today show after making comments defending Halloween costumes that portrayed "blackface."

Political correctness is on the prowl again. Whatever happened to Oscar Wilde's words: "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness?"

I understand some get offended by this. Who likes to be made fun of? Context is key. Were these kids looking to be racist and make fun of African Americans or were they just being silly college kids imitating the Black Panther theme? I posted this comment on the Facebook post where the image originated from in the media and the Facebook profile deleted it.

This tells me the profile is just looking to race bait. I advise all to just report the post as hate and false news. These kinds of posts only look to create trouble and draw attention.  It is not surprising that the post comes from a socialist Democrat looking to start a political career at the high school level.  His Instagram account is full of the typical nonsensical ideas that are pushed as "progress;" namely, bathrooms.  Note how he found my comment offensive which actually deals with progress.   Are not starvation, the homeless, opioid epidemic etc not "progressive issues?"   

Perhaps the Caucasian students in the photo should file a lawsuit against this person or whoever post their image on social media with the narrative that they are racists.  This is libel and dangerous. Those kids could be targeted now by fanatics out there looking to hurt or kill someone. 







Source:

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/college-will-not--white-students-in-blackface-citing-their-first-amendment-rights-235311921.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/white-colorado-state-students-won-t-be-punished-over-blackface-n1053126

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2019/09/11/colorado-state-blackface-instagram-story-post-shows-four-csu-students/2290202001/

https://www.facebook.com/auontai.anderson.1

https://www.instagram.com/Tayanderson2019

Hate & Unfairness at The Fight on The Fence Facebook Group

I run into many crazy people on and offline.  Because of this, I think it is necessary that I post warnings to my followers so that they will not have to face the same crazy people.  In this post, I will detail my experience with a Facebook group a young Greek man added me to.

The group claims to be about discussions regarding theism and atheism. However, most of the content is hateful against religious people.  Administrations do not follow their own rules and side with trolls. The group is a cesspool of trollish behavior and bigotry against Christians.  They even targeted gay members with homophobia.

Avoid and report this group https://www.facebook.com/groups/TFoTF to Facebook.  Facebook will remove it when it gets enough reports regarding its content.

I was added to it by young Greek Orthodox amateur apologist George Argyris a few months ago and did not become active in it until recently. When I posted, accounts which claimed to be atheists attacked me. I ignored it and reported abuse to admins. Some were deleted, others not.

Last week, someone accused me of turning off comments. I defended myself with civility and was met with more attacks. One member named Brian Ballard began to threaten me and cursed at me. I reported it to the admin. Jared replied and warned Brian.  Here is Brian Ballard

(https://www.facebook.com/brian.ballard.982) 

However, Jared then began to target me. He also accused me of turning off comments and claimed they broke the rules.

Moreover, I wrote that I would ask Facebook as to whether or not owners/admins can order members not use to turn off comments. He got upset and felt challenged and attacked me more. Eventually, he could not handle me and removed me from the group.

Here is the exchange. The rules are here. NO such rule exists. See the exchange here and the rules themselves.  Note that no rule regarding comments exists. Jared lied:

Here is a photo of the admin Jared M. Russell: https://www.facebook.com/jared.m.russell
Jared appears to be a White supremacist posting images of the Confederate flag which is considered by many today as a symbol of hate and racism.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1218542948167485&set=picfp.100000353741094&type=3&theater



We can see now why this individual is power-hungry. White supremacists are typically emotionally immature males who feel powerless and have a superiority complex.

He is now lying to the owner and others stating that I said I would not follow the rules.  Notice in the above exchange that I never stated that I will not follow the rules.  Jared lied.

An atheist friend in the group recently defended me and was also met with abuse and eventually removed as well. They even told him I was him!

Again, no admin took action against the bullies. Instead, they just booted my atheist friend just for asking for fairness. The evidence is clear. I did nothing wrong and was removed for no reason other than I emasculated an admin by questioning.

As a former atheist, I knew questioning is a principle of atheism. If an atheist cannot question, then atheism cannot exist. IF this group claims to allow the free speech of atheists and theists, then questioning is a must. A member cannot be booted just for questioning. It is clear that this group is just a playground for trolls. Also, note that Brian and others were never removed. They targeted me and got scot-free.

It is clear that this group is created by trolls and for trolls who hate Christians. Facebook needs to ban this group as it violates its hate speech policies.

Furthermore, I even messaged the owner of the group, Stacey Struckman.  She pretended to show concern and then made it clear that she would turn a blind eye to the situation and even wrote that she will "wash her hands."  She, in turn, blocked me. This demonstrates her lack of moral compass and lack of fairness.  Stacey has no interest in being objective or honest. She lied and accepted lies told to her as truth.  It seems to me that she may be mentally abused as well. When I tagged her with the evidence, she was concerned that her husband would see her name tagged on another male's account. This is extremely odd and indicative of someone in an unhealthy, controlling and abusive behavior.  We must pray for her and contact the police to do a wellness check on her.


Here is her photo followed by the exchange I had with her: https://www.facebook.com/stacey.struckman

Lastly, I contacted another admin named Ajunte Burns who is African American and claims to be a Christian apologist. I was hoping he would be honest and fair, but he too failed in those areas. Like Stacey, he sided with the lying trolls and had no interest in being fair. He claims a vote was taken and the admins declared that they do not want me in the group. Well duh, this was my point. The admins are biased and unfair to Christians.  I did not need a vote to know this. That was my main concern, to begin with.

However, instead of siding with honesty and truth, Ajunte simply accepted the majority and did not protest it.  A real Christian does not follow the majority when they are in the wrong.  Like Dr. King, who was African American, a Christian challenges the majority when they are in the wrong. As Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI stated, "Truth is not determined by a majority vote."

Here is Ajunte Burns and our exchange:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010006955047

Again, I warn all theists and atheists to avoid this group on Facebook and report it. It violates Facebook's policies and simply exists to harass and abuse Christians.


Facebook is clear on what it considers hate. This group and its members are violating this policy, see:

11. Hate Speech
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