We have a major race relations problem in this country.
Race-based and negative thinking should not be accepted in America, where so many have sacrificed for the freedom of all.
A few months ago, when Midlands’ Bar-B-Que king Maurice Bessinger died, the media attacked the man’s corpse. And when he was alive the media onslaught against him was unrelenting.
He was dragged through the mud, because he had segregationist views a long time ago.
Businesses instructed their employees not to eat at Bessinger's restaurants and his sauce was pulled from grocery store shelves.
No one is defending what Bessinger thought a long time ago. He was wrong. But the hatred toward him was vehement, from all corners. There was zero tolerance.
Race-based and negative thinking should not be accepted in America, where so many have sacrificed for the freedom of all.
A few months ago, when Midlands’ Bar-B-Que king Maurice Bessinger died, the media attacked the man’s corpse. And when he was alive the media onslaught against him was unrelenting.
He was dragged through the mud, because he had segregationist views a long time ago.
Businesses instructed their employees not to eat at Bessinger's restaurants and his sauce was pulled from grocery store shelves.
No one is defending what Bessinger thought a long time ago. He was wrong. But the hatred toward him was vehement, from all corners. There was zero tolerance.
Bessinger mellowed and evolved over the years, and many African-Americans fed their families with paychecks from Bessinger. But public forgiveness was never granted to him.
Rose Rock of Georgetown, the mother of comedian Chris Rock, is co-hosting a Myrtle Beach TV show: “Carolina & Co.” Chris Rock congratulated his mom on his Twitter feed.
Rose Rock of Georgetown, the mother of comedian Chris Rock, is co-hosting a Myrtle Beach TV show: “Carolina & Co.” Chris Rock congratulated his mom on his Twitter feed.
Media accounts are gushing toward Rose Rock's new gig.
The family is loved despite the fact Chris Rock has made racist statements. He recently wrote: "Happy white peoples independence day the slaves weren't free but I'm sure they enjoyed fireworks."
Chris Rock may be humorous by the standards of some, but he is difficult to stomach when his view toward people he deems not to be like him is considered.
The family is loved despite the fact Chris Rock has made racist statements. He recently wrote: "Happy white peoples independence day the slaves weren't free but I'm sure they enjoyed fireworks."
Chris Rock may be humorous by the standards of some, but he is difficult to stomach when his view toward people he deems not to be like him is considered.
And with a caustic perspective like that, how well can Rose Rock represent all people as a TV host?
A few years ago, Rose Rock claims she was racially discriminated against. Rock said she was ignored for more than a half-hour at a Cracker Barrel restaurant on the South Carolina coast.
If you've ever been to a Cracker Barrel at the beach, an only half-hour wait is considered preferential treatment.
Rose Rock said when she asked the manager about the delay she was given a free meal. More special treatment.
The manager “never called over the waitresses and asked, 'Why did these people sit here for an hour without service?'" Rock said, in offering her “proof” of discrimination.
It is very doubtful Rock was discriminated against. People don't have time to worry about her skin color. They are too busy working.
A few years ago, Rose Rock claims she was racially discriminated against. Rock said she was ignored for more than a half-hour at a Cracker Barrel restaurant on the South Carolina coast.
If you've ever been to a Cracker Barrel at the beach, an only half-hour wait is considered preferential treatment.
Rose Rock said when she asked the manager about the delay she was given a free meal. More special treatment.
The manager “never called over the waitresses and asked, 'Why did these people sit here for an hour without service?'" Rock said, in offering her “proof” of discrimination.
It is very doubtful Rock was discriminated against. People don't have time to worry about her skin color. They are too busy working.
Yet, despite her polarizing actions, Rose Rock is celebrated, while Bessinger was despised.
It's time to say "No" to all racist sentiment, including the wealthy and lavish-living Rocks. They are as responsible as anyone for the disaster we have on our hands.
It's time to say "No" to all racist sentiment, including the wealthy and lavish-living Rocks. They are as responsible as anyone for the disaster we have on our hands.
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