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I suspect that a lot of people used that term in the 1950's regardless of their politics. Racism is racism. I do find this to be a touch ironic. If someone comes onto our server and uses that term, we ban them period and many times there is little argument by anyone... So why the pass on Paula Deen?

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Great article Johnny... Kudos

Terry are you getting the same news I'm getting? Where did it say anywhere that she'd used that term on several different occasions, and how did that show a pattern of disregard for other races? All I've seen was an accusation by a former employee of her brothers who claimed she was in the room when she said the "N" word, which Deen denies. She admitted to using the word years ago after being robbed at gunpoint by two black men. So where's the pattern? For whatever reasons people associate only southerners with racism when nothing could be further from the truth. New York City has Harlem, and every major city in the US has neighborhoods divided by race and ethnic boundaries. I grew up in a small rural town in southern Ohio and it was very racially divided. I spent most of my junior high years running from the black kids who wanted to steal my lunch money, and by the time I was in high school and big enough to handle myself, some of those same black kids were my best friends. I'll never forget when I was about 10 and a white neighbor woman came to our door and wanted my dad to sign a petition to keep a black family from moving into our neighborhood. My dad slammed the door in her face and we never spoke to those people again. Im not sure Steve but I thought I heard that other previous employees of Deen and her brother are now coming forward with their own allegations. I also heard that Deen at one point asked Black waiters to dress as slaves for a wedding reception she was planning.... That's in terrible taste if that's true. As for Deen, I have no horse in this race. I have heard of her but know little about her. I grew up Steve in a large metro area in eastern Canada. Multiculturalism is the norm for most Canadians. Racism is a personal issue that I think we all have experienced in some form or another. My wife grew up in rural Kansas and the stories she told me blows my mind for I have never experienced some of the thing she has. Deen apologized and she will get an opportunity to shine again at some point. As for the south. I think people get caught up in the stereotyped history of the south. You cant judge everyone by what their forefathers may or may not have believed in. If that was the case we would forever hate the Japanese or Germans.

Good grief, what is the "Aiken Standard"....lol

I agree BB, this subject, like so many has its double standards along with a very grey middle ground. This more than ever speaks to us as a society. We have a nasty habit of building idols and heroes, to then only tear them down again.

I just released a HUGE brown trout... Does that count?..

The problem is she has used those terms on several different occasions which shows a pattern of complete disregard for individuals of different races. Do I agree with BB statement about freedom of speech? To a certain degree I do. Everyone is free to speak their mind but if you use your power to incite violence or prejudicial action against an individual or group, then that is considered hate speech and should pay the price for such remarks. Paula Deen lost her job and sponsors because no one wants to be associated with an individual that condons that behavior. But the public has a short memory and at times. willing to forgive. I would bet we will see her back on the food network sometime in the future.

yeah, Pete already shot everyone who needed to be shot lol Shhhhh lol

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lol... Only In Canada... Sorry Hx, no one will be shooting anyone. I am amazed at this cities resilience and the will to help others.. Kudos Albertans!

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Pretty crazy time for this city. In all the years I have been here, I have never seen anything like this..

Hey Guys, You may have to excuse me for a spell. There has been major flooding with the city I live in Calgary, Alberta. More than 100,000 have been evacuated and I am on the emergency response team. So most likely I will be on and off for the next little while. Stay Dry Guys! Pete (Ter)

Very close, they have announced a state of emergency for the city of Calgary, and close all 7 of the bridges.. Interesting day.

Lol.. Come to Calgary, Alberta, Canada.. We have plenty of rain and flooding to go around lol

Something I definitely can agree with.. Kudos

Loss of a great Actor, and gone much to young. Gods speed..

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Great job Steve, well deserved.

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lol..Nice